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NICE Talks is the podcast from UK's National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Our podcast brings the stories behind our work to improve outcomes for people using the NHS and other public health and social care services through evidence-based guidance. Subscribe on your favourite podcast platform: linktr.ee/nicecomms

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Prescriptions for two NICE-recommended tablets for endometriosis and fibroids have risen sharply in England. In this episode of NICE Talks, we hear from Lucy Ford, Ruth Ajayi and Clare Gallagher, three women living with these conditions, about their ... more

In this episode, we explore the research taking place behind the scenes at NICE and how it helps us prepare for the future of healthcare. From new medicines and digital health technologies to artificial intelligence and innovative ways of using healt... more

In this episode, we explore how new machine perfusion technology is changing the landscape of organ transplantation in the UK. NICE has published guidance recommending routine NHS access to specialist devices that keep donated livers and lungs functi... more

In this episode we explore the draft NICE guideline for PMOS (formerly known as PCOS), out for public consultation until 11 August 2026. We're joined by guideline committee members Aled Rees, professor of endocrinology at Cardiff University, and Shar... more

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Lucy Ford
Woman living with endometriosis who shares her experience of diagnosis and treatment
Episode: Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Ruth Ajayi
Woman living with fibroids who shares her experience of symptoms and treatment
Episode: Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Clare Gallagher
Woman living with endometriosis who shares her experience of symptoms and treatment
Episode: Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Nilofer Husain
Consultant gynaecologist at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Episode: Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Marie Anne Ledingham
NICE consultant clinical adviser for women's and reproductive health
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence
Episode: Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Sarah Fothergill
Associate Director of Research at NICE
NICE
Episode: How NICE prepares for the healthcare of tomorrow
Jamie Elvidge
Senior Scientific Advisor in the NICE research team
NICE
Episode: How NICE prepares for the healthcare of tomorrow
Marius Berman
Transplant Surgeon, Royal Papworth Hospital
Royal Papworth Hospital
Episode: Second Chances: How new technology is transforming organ transplants
Monica Walsh
Liver transplant recipient and mentor
King's College Hospital, Liver UK
Episode: Second Chances: How new technology is transforming organ transplants

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Matthew Brown
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Strong emphasis on evidence and real-world outcomes.
Accessible discussion of complex medical topics.
Colloquial but insightful on how guidelines affect real patients.
Guest diversity provides wide perspectives on NHS guidance and tech.
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Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Q: Finally, what would you say to someone whose pain or heavy bleeding is affecting everyday life but who has been told it's just normal?
Women should not have to endure severe pain or heavy bleeding for years before being offered treatment. They can tell their GP or specialist how symptoms affect daily life and ask to discuss suitable options.
Endometriosis and fibroids: new treatment options
Q: So who might these tablets be suitable for and where do they fit among other treatment options?
For fibroids, the tablets are options for adults with moderate or severe symptoms. For endometriosis, they are for adults who have already had medical or surgical treatment. They are not usually first-line options and may not suit everyone; longer-term use requires monitoring, including checks on bone health.
Second Chances: How new technology is transforming organ transplants
Q: Could you explain why some donated organs can't be used currently and how the new technology might change that picture?
Often, information at retrieval is limited and organs that look marginal or non-transplantable on paper can prove viable upon direct assessment with perfusion; this expands the donor pool and standardizes evaluation across the NHS, helping to ensure fairer access and reduced postcode-related disparities.
Second Chances: How new technology is transforming organ transplants
Q: NICE has recently published guidance on machine perfusion technologies for both lungs and livers. From your perspective as a surgeon, what problem does this technology try to solve?
The technology addresses the core issue of limited and variable availability of viable donor organs by enabling better assessment and preservation. EVLP allows us to test lungs more thoroughly before transplantation, increasing utilisation and reducing wastage, while extended preservation of livers can broaden the window for matching and scheduling surgeries, ultimately shortening waiting times and improving outcomes.
PMOS: how the new draft NICE guideline could transform diagnosis and care
Q: Any final thoughts on what this guideline means for people living with PMOS and for clinicians?
The guideline signals recognition of PMOS as a lifelong condition requiring comprehensive, routine monitoring and empowered patients; it aims to improve diagnosis, care coordination, and overall quality of life for those living with PMOS.

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What is NICE Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes consistently explore how evidence-based guidance shapes real-world healthcare delivery, from high-stakes clinical innovations to guideline-driven care pathways. Common threads include improving access to new treatments, reducing delays in diagnosis, and scaling NHS-wide implementations through structured pathways, pilots, and national centers. A notable pattern is the emphasis on patient and caregiver perspectives alongside clinician and policy expert insights, illustrating practical impacts on daily life, equity, and system-wide uptake. The show often highlights reforms in specific conditions (transplant technology, PMOS/PCOS, Type 1 diabetes, neonatal care, endometriosis, migraine, asthma) and the broader machinery—NICE guida... more

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Recent guests on NICE Talks include:

1. Lucy Ford
2. Ruth Ajayi
3. Clare Gallagher
4. Nilofer Husain
5. Marie Anne Ledingham
6. Sarah Fothergill
7. Jamie Elvidge
8. Marius Berman

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