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Scurvy and the challenge of food insecurity
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On this episode of the CMAJ Podcast, Dr. Mojola Omole and Dr. Blair Bigham explore a surprising case of scurvy. The conversation builds on the CMAJ practice article “Scurvy in a 65-year-old woman with severely limited function and social supports,” co-authored by Dr. Sally Engelhart, an internal medicine specialist at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Dr. Engelhart recounts the case of her patient, whose unexplained bruising and other symptoms led to a diagnosis of a rarely seen condition, scurvy. She explains how food insecurity and a diet lacking fruits and vegetables contributed to the patient’s condition and discusses the practical steps taken to diagnose and treat her.
Dr. Gary Bloch, a family physician at St. Michael’s Hospital and Inner City Health Associates, expands on the broader issue of food insecurity as a driver of nutritional deficiencies. He shares actionable strategies for identifying at-risk patients and connecting them with community resources, while highlighting the importance of addressing the social determinants of health in medical practice.
This episode offers valuable insights into recognizing and managing scurvy and other conditions linked to food insecurity, reminding physicians to think beyond the lab results
Join us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.
You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @Drmojolaomole
X (in English): @CMAJ
X (en français): @JAMC
Facebook
Instagram: @CMAJ.ca
The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions
416 episoade
Manage episode 455778090 series 71765
On this episode of the CMAJ Podcast, Dr. Mojola Omole and Dr. Blair Bigham explore a surprising case of scurvy. The conversation builds on the CMAJ practice article “Scurvy in a 65-year-old woman with severely limited function and social supports,” co-authored by Dr. Sally Engelhart, an internal medicine specialist at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Dr. Engelhart recounts the case of her patient, whose unexplained bruising and other symptoms led to a diagnosis of a rarely seen condition, scurvy. She explains how food insecurity and a diet lacking fruits and vegetables contributed to the patient’s condition and discusses the practical steps taken to diagnose and treat her.
Dr. Gary Bloch, a family physician at St. Michael’s Hospital and Inner City Health Associates, expands on the broader issue of food insecurity as a driver of nutritional deficiencies. He shares actionable strategies for identifying at-risk patients and connecting them with community resources, while highlighting the importance of addressing the social determinants of health in medical practice.
This episode offers valuable insights into recognizing and managing scurvy and other conditions linked to food insecurity, reminding physicians to think beyond the lab results
Join us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.
You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @Drmojolaomole
X (in English): @CMAJ
X (en français): @JAMC
Facebook
Instagram: @CMAJ.ca
The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions
416 episoade
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1 ENCORE: AI versus physicians: who’s better at spotting high-risk patients? 32:46
1 Scurvy and the challenge of food insecurity 33:04
1 Misdiagnosed and misunderstood: premenstrual dysphoric disorder 34:33
1 Exploring the link between diet and depression 30:42
1 Compassionate and comprehensive care for early pregnancy loss 45:31
1 Building support for pregnancy and parenthood in surgery 33:05
1 Breaking the mold: embracing neurodiversity in medicine 29:01
1 Prioritizing pain management during IUD insertions and other gynecologic procedures 36:38
1 AI versus physicians: who’s better at spotting high-risk patients? 32:53
1 Meningitis B outbreaks: vaccination and risk in university settings 30:49
1 ENCORE: Confronting the high stakes of incivility in health care 37:55
1 Managing the serious risks of vaping among youth 28:11
1 Innovative solutions to a vexing issue: “social admissions” 36:15
1 Groundbreaking advancements in HIV treatment and prevention 44:54
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