Topic: Neurology Journal

2 chapters across the catalog

Under Salt
Episode 1501 5:04 - 6:43

1501: Under Salt

Alcohol Consumption and Stroke Risks in Young Adults

A study published in the journal Neurology, utilizing the Korean National Health Database, links moderate to heavy alcohol consumption in individuals in their 20s and 30s to an increased risk of stroke. The timing of the study's release is questioned in relation to broader public health trends. Skepticism is expressed regarding whether such reports are used to mask other underlying causes of cardiovascular issues in young populations.

Lumpy Lips
Episode 782 2:23:02 - 2:27:14

782: Lumpy Lips

Gunslinger's Gait and Putin's KGB Training

The British Medical Journal publishes a study on "Gunslinger's Gait," a walking pattern observed in Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials where the right arm remains mostly stationary. Researchers suggest this is a behavioral adaptation from KGB weapons training, allowing for a quick draw of a firearm. The hosts discuss how professional "milieus" often create distinct physical mannerisms and corporate identities.