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Inside Health

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Series that demystifies health issues, separating fact from fiction and bringing clarity to conflicting health advice.

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Latest Episodes

In 1964, the future for children born with Cystic Fibrosis was grim - most faced a life cut tragically short. Today, the majority of people living with CF in the UK are adults, a testament to extraordinary medical progress.

We meet Annabelle who liv... more

Dementia is now the UK’s leading cause of death - but could a vaccine one day help prevent it? New data from Wales suggests the shingles vaccine is linked to a 20% lower risk of developing dementia in later life, adding to evidence that viral infecti... more

More and more parents are using melatonin to help their children sleep - but there is little research on the long-term effects.

So, what do we know about the risks and is it ok to give it to children as an aid to help sleep?

James chats to Paul Gr... more

Drug-related deaths are at their highest levels in England and Wales since records began 30 years ago.

Scotland has had the highest number of drug deaths in Europe for at least seven years. And the UK has even seen opioid-related deaths surpass the ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Imogen Felton
Respiratory consultant at the Royal Brompton Hospital.
Royal Brompton Hospital
Episode: The Revolution in Cystic Fibrosis Care That is Changing Lives
Professor Sian Taylor-Philips
Expert involved in the AI breast cancer screening trial.
University of Warwick
Episode: The Revolution in Cystic Fibrosis Care That is Changing Lives
Pascal Geldsetzer
Assistant Professor at Stanford School of Medicine
Stanford University
Episode: Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Tara Spires-Jones
Director of the Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Suneeta Soni
Consultant physician in sexual health based in Brighton
NHS
Episode: Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Jonathan Rossner
Professor of Robotics at Bristol Robotics Laboratory
Bristol Robotics Laboratory
Episode: Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Professor Malcolm Bennett
Diseases specialist from the University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
Episode: Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics
Professor Martin Goldberg
Clinical microbiologist at Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Episode: Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics
Professor Helen Bedford
Expert on vaccination and public health from UCL
UCL
Episode: Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics

Host

James Gallagher
Host of a health-focused series providing clarity on medical advancements and public health issues.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 881 ratings
  • Informative and interesting

    I love this podcast, super helpful and informative! I’m a doctor and I find it a great round up of interesting health topics- I really enjoy listening and think it’s easy for anyone to understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IS2019
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Brilliant

    My favourite show. Entertaining and educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    😍rosie😍🌈
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Mrs D Dalton

    This is so depressing. Many Long Covid patients are able to know their symptoms started with their vaccination and subsequent infections. We are a global network trying to help ourselves of sufferers of all ages. This is never mentioned.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Wont do
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • too shallow

    The episode re wearables did it for me - not one critical thought (rare for the whole show, indeed), just boys with toys & tech-sayvies on the effect on exotic symptoms. For the "BBC", the niveau listeners are loving it for over decades & decades, a disappointment out of proportion.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ndjuxhhehaijdbehbbxk
    Germany6 months ago
  • This episode, despite the title, is Chris Van Tulleken talking about chicken. The BBC Sounds episode is about statins but is not available for offline download.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    not given
    a year ago

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Many appreciate the depth of research and clinical insight provided by the guests.
Genuinely informative and helpful, presenting complex health topics in a way that is accessible and engaging.
Critics highlight the need for stronger evidence and a more scientific approach in certain discussions.
Some listeners express disappointment regarding the shift in focus towards more sensationalized topics, preferring the previous depth of information.

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Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Q: How do these viruses get to the brain?
Tara explains that viruses can infect the brain through various routes, such as the peripheral nervous system or nasal epithelium, and that a disrupted blood-brain barrier may allow more virus to enter the brain.
Potential Break Through in Dementia Treatment
Q: Can we say that the shingles vaccine definitely reduces your risk of getting dementia?
Pascal responds that science can never say with 100% certainty but emphasizes the need for a true randomized clinical trial to prove protective effects for dementia.
Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics
Q: What are the ethical implications of using new technologies in reproduction?
The risks and benefits of creating embryos through new methods raise significant ethical questions regarding the future generations and the sanctity of human genetics.
Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics
Q: How far off the vaccination figure we need to achieve for measles?
Current vaccination rates are below the necessary levels (below 90 for dose one and below 80 for dose two), with significant variation in uptake.
Health risks of bin strikes, measles warning and ethics
Q: What could be festering in those bin bags and whether it's making people ill?
Health professionals discuss the spread of diseases, particularly from rats and the implications for public health.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Inside Health

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

The content focuses on a range of pressing health topics, covering advancements in medical treatments, public health policies, and personal health conditions. Recent episodes have highlighted the evolution of cystic fibrosis care, the potential ties between vaccines and dementia prevention, and discussions about the ethical and practical implications of assisted dying. There is a notable emphasis on the intersection of healthcare with technology, such as the role of artificial intelligence in health reform and the implications of new cosmetic technologies. The approach taken in these discussions suggests a commitment to informative, accessible, and evidence-based dialogue, aiming to clarify complex health issues for both professionals and t... more

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1. Dr. Imogen Felton
2. Professor Sian Taylor-Philips
3. Pascal Geldsetzer
4. Tara Spires-Jones
5. Suneeta Soni
6. Jonathan Rossner
7. Professor Malcolm Bennett
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