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Inside Health

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Cardiovascular Health
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Perimenopause
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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

Penis fillers were an unexpected talking point at the recent Winter Olympics after claims that male ski jumpers were having them to improve performance.

So this week we’re digging into the UK’s penis filler industry.

James visits a private clinic i... more

ME – also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – has long been one of medicine’s most perplexing conditions. With no definitive diagnostic test and a legacy of scepticism in parts of the medical community, patients have often struggled to be believed. B... more

Over 1.5million adults in the UK tried weight loss drugs in 2024-25. Many swear by them, but they have been associated with side effects including nausea and, in some cases, extremely painful gallstones. But what does the evidence actually tell us, a... more

Dentistry is high on the public and political agenda. There have been dozens of headlines about access to NHS dentistry, with some people having to travel huge distances to find a dentist, or being put onto long waiting lists to get an NHS appointmen... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Holgate
Chair, UK ME Research Collaborative (2013-2020); Professor at University of Southampton
University of Southampton / UK ME Research Collaborative
Episode: Is the tide turning on ME research?
Rosemary Boyton
Professor of Immunology and Respiratory Medicine at Imperial College London
Imperial College London
Episode: Is the tide turning on ME research?
Professor Jonathan Grigg
Professor from Queen Mary University of London specializing in air pollution and its health effects.
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: Where does air pollution go inside our body?
Professor Alvaro Mata
Professor in biomedical engineering and biomaterials at the University of Nottingham working on enamel regeneration.
University of Nottingham
Episode: Where does air pollution go inside our body?
Stephen Griffin
Professor of Cancer Virology at the University of Leeds discussing mRNA vaccine research related to cancer treatment.
University of Leeds
Episode: Where does air pollution go inside our body?
Professor Liam Gray
Professor of Neurosurgery
Cardiff University
Episode: Can working up a sweat in a sauna improve your health?
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

Host

James Gallagher
Host of Inside Health, known for providing insightful discussions regarding health issues, advancements, and expert opinions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 900 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 Kingdom10 months ago
  • Brilliant

    My favourite show. Entertaining and educational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    😍rosie😍🌈
    United Kingdoma year 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 Kingdoma year 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
    Germanya year 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
    2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and educational approach, emphasizing the clarity and accessibility of complex health topics.
Many find the integration of both expert opinions and personal stories to be a significant strength, making medical discussions more relatable.
Overall, listeners value the quality of information shared and express satisfaction with the experts featured on the show.
Critiques sometimes focus on whether recent episodes maintain the depth of prior content, with some expressing disappointment in shifts toward populist narratives.

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Why are men getting penis fillers?
Q: Can you walk me through what happens when someone has penis filler?
It starts with a consultation to align expectations, then the treatment with hyaluronic acid mixed with amino acids, delivered via a blunt cannula and followed by massaging and a measurement comparison six weeks later.
What are the side effects of weight loss drugs?
Q: How big an issue are gallstones?
Naveed discusses how gallstones are an increased risk due to weight loss methods and mentions a significant rise in gallbladder disease.
What are the side effects of weight loss drugs?
Q: Did anything work for any length of time?
Sarah mentions that while various diets worked temporarily, maintaining weight loss long-term was a challenge.
Where does air pollution go inside our body?
Q: How close is this technology to something that anybody could use?
The clinical trial is about to begin, and the first product is expected to be available at the end of the year, pending successful results.
Where does air pollution go inside our body?
Q: Why is it helpful to know that this air pollution gets through the lungs and is in the blood?
It opens up new understanding of how air pollution affects distant organs and suggests more research is needed to mitigate these effects.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Inside Health

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

Focused on unpacking complex health issues, this audio series blends expert insights with patient stories to provide a nuanced understanding of various medical topics. Episodes frequently tackle contemporary health challenges, cutting-edge treatments, and public health policies, aiming to demystify the medical landscape for listeners. Notable discussions include the impact of technological innovations like AI on healthcare, vaccine efficacy, and the intricacies of emerging health trends such as mental health, addiction, and long-term conditions.

The unique approach of integrating personal experiences with professional perspectives likely enriches the narrative, making it engaging for a broad audience while providing valuable information to ... more

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1. Stephen Holgate
2. Rosemary Boyton
3. Professor Jonathan Grigg
4. Professor Alvaro Mata
5. Stephen Griffin
6. Professor Liam Gray
7. Dr. Imogen Felton
8. Professor Sian Taylor-Philips

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