The Germs and Jargon Podcast
The Germs and Jargon Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Germs & Jargon, where science meets storytelling! Join Dr. Miller, an infectious disease expert, and Jonathan Hope, your curious co-host, as they break down microbiology (the study of germs), immunology (our ability to fight off disease), and infectious diseases into bite-sized, easy-to-understand conversations.
We tackle the microscopic world in a way that makes sense—no special training or knowledge required. Dr. Miller unpacks the jargon around the germs, while Jonathan asks the questions you really want answered.
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The podcast focuses on microbiology, immunology, and infectious diseases, with episodes like 'Strep Throat Confidential' that explain the spread, diagnosis, and treatment of common infections. Key focus areas include breaking down scientific jargon and facilitating understanding of how germs impact health.
Welcome to Germs & Jargon, where science meets storytelling! Join Dr. Miller, an infectious disease expert, and Jonathan Hope, your curious co-host, as they break down microbiology (the study of germs), immunology (our ability to fight off disease), and infectious diseases into bite-sized, easy-to-understand conversations.
We tackle the microscopic world in a way that makes sense—no special training or knowledge required. Dr. Miller unpacks the jargon around the germs, while Jonathan asks the questions you really want answered.
In this storytime episode, Dr. Miller shares a real-life medical case that starts out like any ordinary visit, but takes an unexpected turn when the patient is discovered to have Ascaris, a type of parasitic roundworm.
Through this fascinating case, you’ll hear how Ascaris worms (Ascaris lumbricoides) can quietly live inside the human body, the surprising symptoms they cause, and how doctors diagnose and treat this parasitic infection. Blending storytelling with medical insight, Dr. Miller walks us through the twists and turns of a patient encounter that shows just how strange (and squirmy) the world of human parasites can be.
You’ll learn:
The story of a patient with an unexpected Ascaris infection
How roundworms affect human health and spread worldwide
What this case teaches us about infectious diseases and patient care
If you’re curious about parasites, microbiology, unusual medical cases, or the science behind worms, this episode delivers an unforgettable mix of medicine and storytelling.
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