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Health Check

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Malnutrition
Public Health
Health Outcomes
Noma
HIV Vaccine Trials
Obesity
Hepatitis E
Sickle Cell Disease
Covid-19
Smoking Legislation
GDF15
Morning Sickness
Surgery
Endurance Sports
Cape Verde
South Sudan
Dengue Fever
Nipah Virus
Junior Doctors Strike
Bacteriophage Therapy

Health issues and medical breakthroughs from around the world.

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In Australia last year, it was discovered that hardly any sunscreen products actually offered the protection listed on the bottle. Now the Australian regulator has finally proposed sweeping reforms in the country known to be a skin cancer hotspot. Dr... more

For the last few weeks, the news has been dominated by the situation in the Middle East. Joining Claudia Hammond is BBC Health Correspondent James Gallagher who speaks with Dr Antoine Abou Fayad, a microbiologist and medicinal chemist based in Beirut... more

North Korean defectors and lifelong South Korean residents have significantly different cancer rates, despite their genetic similarities; new research finds. Presenter Laura Foster unpacks this study, explaining what it tells us about how upbringing ... more

New research from Yale shows that aging doesn’t have to result in mental and physical decline. In fact, they found that nearly half of older adults actually improved in cognitive or physical ability over a 12-year period. Dr Graham Easton, a family d... more

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Recent Guests

Sumanth Bindu Madhav
Director of wildlife production at Humane World for Animals
Humane World for Animals
Episode: Antimicrobial resistance in conflict zones
Dr. Fresten Sirur
Associate Professor in Emergency Medicine
Casper Medical College
Episode: Antimicrobial resistance in conflict zones
Ziyad Al-Aly
Big data scientist and doctor
Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: Does your home country impact your cancer risk?
Graham Easton
Professor of Clinical Communication Skills
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: Using lasers to fight brain cancer
Tony Vinyoh
Reporter on location in Cameroon
BBC
Episode: Do collagen supplements really do anything?
Sarah Namyalo
Midwife in Uganda
International Confederation of Midwives / Local Health System
Episode: Do collagen supplements really do anything?
Daniela Drandić
Representative from the International Confederation of Midwives
International Confederation of Midwives
Episode: Do collagen supplements really do anything?
Giles Palmer
Embryologist and lecturer at the University of Bristol
University of Bristol
Episode: Could a single vaccine block nearly all viruses?
Jose Tembe
Reporter in Mozambique
BBC
Episode: Could a single vaccine block nearly all viruses?

Host

Claudia Hammond
Host recognized for her expertise in health communication and detailed exploration of health issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 441 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
    7 months ago
  • Can’t play any episodes

    No episodes will play, all other pods are working

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    hippobite
    Canadaa year 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 Kingdom7 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Relevant and very interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caza slim
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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Some feedback mentioned repetition from other shows, suggesting the need for more original content.
Hosts bring in a wealth of knowledge with expert guests that share valuable insights.
Content is considered well-researched and presented in a professional manner.
Listeners appreciate the wide range of health topics covered, which are relevant to modern society.
Informative and engaging discussions about health issues and medical breakthroughs.

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2025: A big year for tackling malaria
Q: How are vaccines and bed nets contributing to progress?
Vaccines are being rolled out in 24 African countries, complementing nets; bed nets remain foundational, with new formulations and strategies improving coverage and protection for vulnerable populations.
2025: A big year for tackling malaria
Q: What does the new GamLun drug mean for treatment and resistance?
GamLun (Ganplaside-Lumefantrine) offers effective treatment without using artemisinin, potentially delaying resistance and expanding first-line treatment options when artemisinin resistance rises, while maintaining safety and ease of use.
2025: A big year for tackling malaria
Q: Why is 2025 considered a big year for tackling malaria?
A combination of vaccine rollout, a novel non-artemisinin drug, new vector-control tools, and infant-friendly formulations marked a pivotal surge in tools against malaria, with many approaches moving from development to widespread implementation.
Could a single vaccine block nearly all viruses?
Q: Are there some concerns, though, about just this completely different technique when it comes to vaccines?
There are unknowns about safety and how well results in mice translate to humans, particularly regarding inflammation and long-term protection, so careful, incremental testing is essential before any widespread use.
Could a single vaccine block nearly all viruses?
Q: But it is still very early days for this research. Matt, how different is the technique used here to the way other vaccines work?
The approach aims to train the immune system to mount a broader, faster response to multiple pathogens rather than targeting a single virus, which could complement existing targeted vaccines once proven safe and effective in humans.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Health Check

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

Focusing on health issues and medical breakthroughs, the episodes frequently cover a range of topics from innovative treatments and disease prevention to mental health challenges and societal issues surrounding health. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions about recent medical advancements, unique personal stories, and insights from professionals across various health disciplines. Topics explored include artificial lung technology, vaccination strategies, psychological conditions, chronic diseases, and health-related societal challenges, making the content rich and diverse. Each episode aims to present complex health subjects in an engaging manner, often featuring expert opinions that provide listeners with a well-rounded view of global... more

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1. Sumanth Bindu Madhav
2. Dr. Fresten Sirur
3. Ziyad Al-Aly
4. Graham Easton
5. Tony Vinyoh
6. Sarah Namyalo
7. Daniela Drandić
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