TEDMED Talks & Presentations

TED

How the US Medical Community Fails Black Mothers

Exploring systemic racism in healthcare, focusing on high maternal mortality rates for Black women and advocating for accountability in postpartum care to address racial disparities.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How Doctors Can Help Fix the Broken US Asylum System

Physician Joseph Shin discusses how medical evidence documentation of human rights abuses can inform courts and protect asylum seekers, offering solutions for a more just immigration system.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Bringing Facts to Life Through Ecological Art

Immersive art installations bring climate change data to life, helping us feel and understand environmental facts through interactive experiences.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Why Violence Clusters in Cities - and How to Reduce It

Explore urban violence patterns, their impact, and effective strategies for creating safer communities through evidence-based approaches and community engagement.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

The Courage to Live with Radical Uncertainty

Inspiring journey of a cancer survivor turned oncologist, exploring how embracing uncertainty can lead to a fulfilling life with equal opportunities and challenges.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

A Dose of Reality About Generic Drugs

Investigative journalist exposes shocking truths about generic drugs, revealing global fraud and substandard manufacturing practices that endanger patient health worldwide.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Using Neural Dust to Eavesdrop on Our Organs

Discover how "neural dust" and extreme miniaturization enable real-time organ monitoring, revolutionizing preventative healthcare and our understanding of daily habits' impact on organ function.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

The Link Between Climate Change, Health and Poverty

Explore the interconnected impacts of climate change on health and poverty, and learn about strategies for a comprehensive medical response to address these challenges.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How to Raise Kids Who Can Overcome Anxiety

Learn strategies to help children build resilience and cope with anxiety through Cognitive Behavioral Exposure Therapy, guided by expert psychologist Anne Marie Albano's research and personal experiences.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How to Meaningfully Reconnect with Those Who Have Dementia

Discover innovative approaches to connect with dementia patients through creative expression, shifting from memory-based interactions to imaginative engagement and fostering meaningful relationships.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Exposing the Deadly Health Risks of Incarceration

Uncovers hidden health risks in jails, including "jail attributable death" and "dual loyalty," and explores solutions to bridge the gap between community and correctional healthcare.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

The Profound Difference Between Seeing and Looking

Discover how asking creative questions about health and society can reveal hidden insights through "natural experiments," leading to innovative solutions in healthcare.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

3 Building Blocks for Pandemic Prevention That Inspire Optimism

Discover three strategic building blocks—advanced technology, global cooperation, and political will—crucial for containing current pandemics and preventing future outbreaks. Gain insights into a hopeful approach to pandemic prevention.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Why Palliative Care Is Essential in the Face of Serious Illness

Explore the importance of realistic hope and palliative care in serious illnesses. Learn how embracing true hope can lead to better outcomes and quality of life for patients facing challenging medical situations.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Why It's So Hard to Make Healthy Decisions

Explore how human irrationality affects health choices and learn strategies to harness this trait for positive behavior change in healthcare.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk