Episode 99: What’s in Your Medicine Cabinet?

Many people probably think they know exactly what’s in the dietary supplements and even prescription medications they take. Many people are WRONG. Professor C. Michael White, head of the Department of Pharmacy Practice, drops by to tell us about flaws in the FDA oversight process when it comes to medications, counterfeit drugs, and how dietary supplements can pose real risks to people. And, in this installment of Tom’s History Corner Cabinet, Tom and Julie unearth a letter from an alumna that details what it was like to play basketball in cumbersome bloomers.

 

Some of Professor White’s articles and commentary can be found here: C. Michael White – The Conversation