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Health Check

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HIV Vaccine Trials
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Dengue Fever
Nipah Virus
Bacteriophage Therapy
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Health issues and medical breakthroughs from around the world.

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Latest Episodes

This year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded for discoveries that explain how the immune system attacks hostile infections, but not the body's own cells. We explain the science that won Japan's Shimon Sakaguchi and US researcher... more

Functional human eggs have been generated using human skin cells in a breakthrough study. What impact could this have on couples with fertility issues? BBC Health Correspondent James Gallagher explains.

How long covid is affecting menstrual cycles.... more

President Trump has claimed that consuming Tylenol, or paracetamol, whilst pregnant can increase the risk of autism in children; Claudia is joined by Professor of Clinical Epidemiology Laurie Tomlinson to fact-check this unproven statement.

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In a ‘historical turning point’ there are now more overweight than underweight children and teenagers worldwide according to a new report from UNICEF. Claudia Hammond is joined by BBC’s Laura Foster to understand what changes to our food environments... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jackie Maybin
A reader and consultant gynaecologist leading research on COVID's effects on menstrual health.
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Creating human eggs from skin cells
Laurie Tomlinson
Professor of Clinical Epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
Episode: Trump’s unproven claims on autism and paracetamol
Sen Nguyen
Senior Journalist at BBC's Bangkok Bureau
BBC
Episode: More children are obese than underweight
Dr. Kristina Wanyonyi-Kay
A researcher from the Healthcare Improvement Studies Institute at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Have we found a better alternative to aspirin?
Dr. AK. Gupta
Runs the Anti-Rabies Clinic in Delhi
Episode: A breakthrough in treating chronic pain
Chhavi Sachdev
Reporter covering rabies in India
Episode: A breakthrough in treating chronic pain
David Bennett
Professor of Neurology and Neurobiology at the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: A breakthrough in treating chronic pain
Jim Collins
Turmeer Professor of Medical Engineering and Science at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: Using AI to discover new antibiotics
Christelle Giranza
Medical doctor addressing the issue of reproductive health among teenagers in Rwanda
Episode: Using AI to discover new antibiotics

Host

Claudia Hammond
Host of Health Check, known for her extensive work in healthcare journalism and presentations, bringing insights from both health professionals and global health contexts.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 427 ratings
  • Claudia Hammond is an excellent presenter. I love this show. It covers all new medical research and news from around the world. Each week there's a resident doctor who discusses the topics that come up briefly with Claudia, and they give his/her medical viewpoint.

    Full of facts and up-to-date research/information. Highly recommended

    Podchaser
    5
    Angie
    a month ago
  • Can’t play any episodes

    No episodes will play, all other pods are working

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hippobite
    Canada8 months ago
  • Repeats other podcasts

    Too many sections taken from Inside Health. Either keep these podcasts separate or put on same feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tammy, UK
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Annoying presenter bit excellent research

    “I’m Claudia Hammond...” how many times do you need to tell us? Get we just get on with hearing about the interesting research?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Aminha Canela
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Relevant and very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caza slim
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the production is seen as valuable and educational for those interested in health-related content.
Listeners appreciate the professionally presented content that tackles serious health issues from every corner of the globe.
Some feedback indicates that there may be repetitiveness or overlap with other health-related podcasts.
There are mixed feelings regarding the host's presentation style, with some finding it enthusiastic while others prefer more brevity.
Many find the informational value high, especially enjoyed the extensive research and discussions on innovative health topics.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#141
United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#92
Italy/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#186
Australia/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#119
Singapore/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#130
India/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#135
New Zealand/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

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Trump’s unproven claims on autism and paracetamol
Q: Why are President Trump and his health secretary so interested in the causes and treatments of autism?
Since taking office, they have labeled autism prevalence as an epidemic and expressed a desire to identify its causes.
Trump’s unproven claims on autism and paracetamol
Q: Is there any scientific evidence for President Trump's claims?
Overall, there is no evidence that paracetamol causes autism based on extensive observational studies.
The psychology of curiosity
Q: As we age, do we become more curious?
Research shows that older adults may describe themselves as less curious, yet they exhibit higher state curiosity, motivated by existing knowledge gaps.
The psychology of curiosity
Q: Matthias and Gosia, how does the digital information age impact our curiosity?
Curiosity can be both satisfied and potentially diminished by easily accessible information, as it limits the effort needed to find answers, which is crucial for learning.
More children are obese than underweight
Q: What is the response to the current Ebola outbreak in the DRC?
Health services are responding by administering vaccines and treatments, working to contain the outbreak and prevent it from spreading to neighboring countries.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Health Check

What is Health Check about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This production focuses on health issues and medical breakthroughs from a global perspective, consistently offering listeners insights into significant developments in healthcare. It features discussions on various topics ranging from treatments and technologies to public health challenges, often drawing on expert opinions from various fields such as medicine, public health, and academia. Notably, it often emphasizes the intersection of health with social issues, providing a rich context for understanding health beyond the clinical setting.

Listeners can expect a mix of serious journalism and accessible discussions that cover contemporary and critical health topics, such as innovations in treatments, the implications of public health crise... more

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2. Laurie Tomlinson
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5. Dr. AK. Gupta
6. Chhavi Sachdev
7. David Bennett
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