How Does Pain Work? Dr. Sanjay Gupta Explains
September 4, 2025
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How Does Pain Work? Dr. Sanjay Gupta Explains
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CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta's new book examines the world of pain — why we feel it, and how we can treat it. He says distraction and meditation can be useful tools for managing pain. He spoke with Terry Gross about how the brain gets pain signals wrong, alternatives to painkillers, and how a family of circus performers inspired a new drug. Gupta's book is <em>It Doesn't Have to Hurt</em>.<br /><br /><div class="gmail_default">Also, TV critic David Bianculli reviews the HBO series <em>Task</em>, by the creator of <em>Mare of Easttown</em>, starring Mark Ruffalo. <br /> </div><br /><br />See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.npr.org/about-npr/179878450/privacy-policy">NPR Privacy Policy</a>
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