Breakthroughs

No More Guessing: How Real-Time Glucose Is Changing Type 2 Diabetes

More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, yet most people with Type 2 still manage it the old way; a few finger-prick numbers a day and hours of guesswork in between. In this episode of Health Uncensored, Dr. Drew sits down with Dr. Thomas Grace, an endocrinology expert and Director of Medical Affairs at Dexcom, to unpack the G7 15 Day, the most accurate and longest-lasting continuous glucose monitor on the market, and how seeing glucose in real time, without fingersticks, helps people understand their bodies and lower their A1C. The surprise in waiting: most covered patients pay $20 or less a month, and most Medicare patients pay nothing out of pocket.

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Targeting Near-Term Solutions for Osteoarthritis: A Potential Disease-Modifying Approach to Joint Degeneration

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common and debilitating chronic conditions in America, affecting mobility, independence, and quality of life for millions of people. Dr. Drew sits down with leaders from Biosplice Therapeutics to discuss the growing need for new treatment options, the science behind a novel investigational therapy, and why patients are advocating for greater innovation in osteoarthritis care.

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Unlocking the Blood Brain Barrier: A New Path in Brain Cancer Treatment

Treating brain cancer comes with a unique challenge: the brain is designed to protect itself. Dr. Drew explores how researchers at NeOnc Technologies are investigating new ways to navigate the blood-brain barrier, checks back in with a couple personally affected by brain cancer, and discovers why advances in drug delivery are creating responsible hope for the future.

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Skin Deep: How Castle Biosciences Is Using Gene Tests to Personalize the Fight Against Skin Disease

Millions of eczema patients are trapped in an exhausting, expensive cycle of trial-and-error treatment. For melanoma patients, the stakes are even higher. In this episode of Health Uncensored, Dr. Drew sits down with dermatologist Dr. Aaron Farberg to explore how Castle Biosciences is transforming dermatology through precision gene testing — from the AdvanceAD-Tx test that ends the eczema guessing game, to the DecisionDx-Melanoma test that is the only test of its kind known to be associated with improved patient outcomes.

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The Process Is the Product: Changing the Game for Modern Regenerative Medicine

Millions of Americans living with chronic pain, autoimmune disease, neurological injury, and age-related decline are told the same thing: more medication, more surgery, or learn to live with it. A growing number are crossing borders for another option… regenerative medicine. However, the field is crowded with marketing and uneven standards. In this episode of Health Uncensored, Dr. Drew takes a look inside BioXcellerator’s lab in Medellín, Colombia, then sits in the studio down with co-founders Dr. Karolynn Halpert and CEO Eric Stoffers to separate real, physician-led regenerative medicine from the hype — and to explain why “the process is the product.”

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Restoring the Heart of Pharmacy Care

Dr. Drew explores how your mouth reveals more than just your smile: it’s the gateway to your overall health. Featuring the innovators at Smile Generation and PDS Health, this conversation shows how connecting dentistry and medicine can help prevent disease, improve longevity, and redefine the meaning of healthcare.

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Beyond the Surface: Navigating NF1 Plexiform Neurofibromas

In this episode of Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew, we dive into the often-misunderstood world of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 with plexiform neurofibromas (NF1 PN). Dr. Drew is joined by Neuro-Oncologist Dr. Zsila Sadighi to discuss why “watching and waiting” is no longer the standard for these complex tumors and how early intervention can change a patient’s trajectory. They explore how Alexion and their patient support program, called OneSource, provide NF1 PN families with the critical support and resources needed to navigate the diagnosis and stay engaged in lifelong care.

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Breakthroughs in Heart Health: Minimally Invasive Technologies

Mitral regurgitation is the most common heart valve disorder in the U.S., yet many patients face the prospect of open-heart surgery for repair. Dr. Drew speaks with leaders from Valcare Medical, Inc. about an investigational transcatheter approach designed to translate a durable surgical solution into a less invasive therapy. In a special lab segment, viewers see how this evolving technology may reshape the future of mitral valve repair.

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Prostate Cancer: New Diagnostics for Early Detection

Prostate cancer screening saves lives – but today’s tools often leave men and doctors stuck in uncertainty. This segment explores how a new molecular signal is helping bring clarity to ambiguous results, reducing unnecessary procedures, and empowering better shared decisions between patients and clinicians.

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