Tariffs, Trade Wars and Your Heal...

Tariffs, Trade Wars and Your Health? Top 5 Ways It Affects You

Talking With Docs Podcast by Dr. Brad Weening and Dr. Paul Zalzal
S1 Β· E36
Jul 17, 2025
10:24

Episode notes

How do trade wars actually hurt your health?

In this episode, Dr. Brad and Dr. Paul unpack the hidden casualties of tariff wars β€” and why your well-being might be caught in the crossfire. From rising drug costs to unaffordable food, we break down the top 5 health impacts you never see in the headlines.

You’ll learn:

  • Why medication prices may spike during trade disputes πŸ’Š
  • How tariffs affect access to essential medical supplies πŸ₯
  • Why life-saving diagnostic equipment could become unaffordable πŸ§ͺ
  • How supply chain delays can put patients at risk ⏳
  • The link between trade policies and access to healthy food 🍎

This isn't politics β€” it's about people. Your health shouldn't be collateral damage in global trade decisions.

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