The POTScast

Learn about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and more by joining us each week for a new episode. If you are living with POTS, MCAS or other chronic illnesses, you ...more

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April 29, 2023 00:22:11
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E134: POTS Diary with Jessie, who was diagnosed with POTS as a teen but didn't receive treatment until much later

Jesse's journey through POTS was a little different. She was diagnosed fairly quickly, but it took years for her to find a doctor who...

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April 25, 2023 00:39:13
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E133: The Foundations of Health with Dr. Gregory Plotnikoff

Dr. Plotnikoff practices holistic medicine, and thinks deeply about the role of healthcare for patients. He shares his views on honoring patients, considering alternative...

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April 22, 2023 00:24:49
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E132: Katie from Ohio, who developed POTS as a teen and a more severe form after COVID

Katie developed POTS as a teen, and controlled it well enough to work as a respiratory therapist. A bout with COVID kicked her POTS...

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April 18, 2023 00:39:12
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E131: Sofie from MI and her research on Emotional Intelligence

Sofie is a delightful, articulate teen who is conducting a research project on the emotional intelligence of women with POTS. As you might guess,...

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130

April 11, 2023 00:37:06
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E130: Health Willpower Strategies with Nutritionist Jill Brook

Join our own Jill Brook to think about 10 strategies to help you build your willpower for healthy eating and other healthy habits. Willpower...

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April 04, 2023 00:55:10
E129: MCAS Diagnostic Criteria “Consensus-2" with Dr. Lawrence Afrin as part of the Mast Cell Matters series

E129: MCAS Diagnostic Criteria “Consensus-2" with Dr. Lawrence Afrin as part of the Mast Cell Matters series

Dr. Afrin, a world expert in all things mast cell, talks in depth about issues with the first MCAS "consensus" statement and the need...

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