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Discussions of timely topics in clinical medicine, biomedical research, public health, health policy, and more, featured in the Medical News section of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	294	Founded	9 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Health & FitnessMedicineScience

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The Menopause Treatment Boom

JAMA Medical News Director Jennifer Abbasi and Associate Managing Editor Kate Schweitzer discuss "Wild West or Gold Rush: How Long-Neglected Menopause Care Has Spawned a Booming Marketplace." Related Content:

• Wild West or Gold Rush: How Long-Neg... more

24 Jul 2026 • 5 min • Most popular

The First CKM Syndrome Guidelines Are Here

JAMA Medical News Director Jennifer Abbasi and Associate Managing Editor Kate Schweitzer discuss "What to Know About the First CKM Syndrome Guidelines." Related Content:

• What to Know About the First CKM Syndrome Guidelines

17 Jul 2026 • 5 min • Popular

The Testosterone Therapy Debate

JAMA Medical News Director Jennifer Abbasi and Associate Managing Editor Kate Schweitzer discuss "Testosterone Therapy: Does New Evidence Warrant Broader Prescribing?" Related Content:

• Testosterone Therapy: Does New Evidence Warrant Broader Pres... more

10 Jul 2026 • 5 min

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Alzheimer Disease Blood Test May Have Higher Rate of False Positives Than Expected

JAMA Medical News Associate Managing Editor Kate Schweitzer and Lead Senior Staff Writer Rita Rubin discuss "First Alzheimer Disease Blood Test May Produce Many False-Positive Results, Study Finds." Related Content:

• First Alzheimer Disease Blood... more

2 Jul 2026 • 5 min

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Abbasi

News Director, interviewed on the story about CKM guidelines

JAMA

Episode: The First CKM Syndrome Guidelines Are Here

Chiati Ndumalai

Chair of the Guideline Writing Committee and Director of Obesity and Cardiometabolic Research at Johns Hopkins

Johns Hopkins

Episode: The First CKM Syndrome Guidelines Are Here

Rita Kalyani

ADA Chief Scientific and Medical Officer; Professor of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University

American Diabetes Association; Johns Hopkins University

Episode: New GLP-1 Drug Options and More Highlights From the ADA's 2026 Scientific Sessions

Francois Marble

Author of the AHA statement, assistant professor of medicine

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Episode: Why Exercise Still Matters in the GLP-1 Drug Era

Stephen Kornfeld

Oncologist who stepped in as ship's physician during the hantavirus outbreak

National Quarantine Unit, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Episode: Is There a Doctor on the Ship?

Dr. Daniel Lucy

Physician who treated patients during the 2014 Ebola outbreak

Episode: Ebola Outbreak Update

T. Ryan Gregory

Canadian evolutionary biologist

Unknown (mentioned as a scientist who dubbed Cicada)

Episode: Cicada, the SARS-CoV-2 Variant With a Surprising Trajectory

Katie Berlacher

Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and ACC Conference Chair

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Episode: Highlights From the American College of Cardiology's 2026 Scientific Sessions

Dariush Mozafarian

Cardiologist and director of the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University

Tufts University

Episode: Why the Low Carb vs Low Fat Debate Misses the Point

Hosts

Jennifer Abbasi

Host of JAMA Medical News. Writer/reporter with emphasis on science, medicine, and policy. Frequently leads discussions on studies and clinical implications.

Kate Schweitzer

Associate Managing Editor of JAMA Medical News; guest expert for news synthesis and interview insights.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 169 ratings

Useful topics
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ordinary hooman bean •~•
United Kingdoma year ago
Amazing Content!
Jennifer, Feyza, Rebecca, and Rita do such a good job covering a variety of topics. The guests offer valuable insight as well. I would recommend this podcast to anyone looking to be inspired and informed!
Apple Podcasts
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megan@podcastingyou
United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the breadth of topics and the quality of guests.

Content is timely and often cited by decision-makers in medicine and policy.

Guests bring valuable expert perspectives that enhance understanding of research and guidelines.

Strong reporting and clinical context make complex topics accessible.

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Apple Podcasts	#90	United States/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#36	France/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#41	Italy/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#80	Australia/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#194	Italy/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts	#8	Japan/Health & Fitness/Medicine

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Alzheimer Disease Blood Test May Have Higher Rate of False Positives Than Expected

Q: So tell us about this blood test.

The blood test measures amyloid beta and p-tau and uses their ratio to classify results as negative, indeterminate, or positive, with FDA-cleared cut points guiding interpretation.

The First CKM Syndrome Guidelines Are Here

Q: And Jen, what are some of the most important things to know about the guidelines?

Jen Abbasi explains that the guidelines offer a staging framework from 0 to 4, require regular assessment of metabolic risk factors including obesity, and emphasize the recognition of kidney disease as a cardiovascular risk factor, along with practical steps like using waist circumference in addition to BMI and promoting team-based CKM care.

PMOS is the New PCOS

Q: Why rename PCOS to PMOS rather than keeping the traditional term?

The new name better reflects the condition's endocrine and metabolic features and avoids an overemphasis on reproductive health, which has contributed to misunderstanding and delayed comprehensive care.

New GLP-1 Drug Options and More Highlights From the ADA's 2026 Scientific Sessions

Q: How might these GLP-1 based therapies fit into current treatment algorithms for obesity and diabetes?

The data suggest these agents could be used earlier in the treatment pathway for select patients to achieve meaningful weight loss and glycemic control, potentially reducing the need for more invasive interventions, while recognizing the need to identify which patients benefit most and how to balance risks with non-surgical options.

New GLP-1 Drug Options and More Highlights From the ADA's 2026 Scientific Sessions

Q: What did we learn about Retatratide as a triple agonist therapy?

Retatratide demonstrated meaningful glycemic reductions and substantial weight loss in phase 3 trials, with additional improvements in cardiovascular risk markers and a favorable safety profile, suggesting it could become a significant option in diabetes and obesity care pending further validation and long-term data.

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Frequently Asked Questions About JAMA Medical News

What is JAMA Medical News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insightful coverage of clinical medicine, biomedical research, public health, and health policy. Across episodes, the conversations center on new guidelines, diagnostic advances, treatment strategies, and health-system implications, with a strong emphasis on how evidence translates to practice. Notable strengths include high-caliber medical journalism, clear explainers of complex topics, and a steady stream of expert guests who illuminate regulatory, scientific, and public-health nuances. The format tends to balance rigorous reporting with approachable discussion, making it useful for clinicians, researchers, and decision-makers who want context for evolving medical knowledge and policy. A standout is the blend of clinical relevance with po... more

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2. Chiati Ndumalai
3. Rita Kalyani
4. Francois Marble
5. Stephen Kornfeld
6. Dr. Daniel Lucy
7. T. Ryan Gregory
8. Katie Berlacher

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