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Medicine and Science from The BMJ

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Mental Health
Vaccine Confidence
Healthcare Quality
Exercise
Resource-Constrained Healthcare Systems
NHS
Covid-19 Pandemic
Depression
Covid-19
Adolescent Health
Maternal Health
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Child Marriage
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NHS England
Sexual and Reproductive Health
LGBT Youth
Adolescent Wellbeing
Patient-Centered Care

The BMJ brings you interviews with the people who are shaping medicine and science around the world.

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The UK Covid Inquiry released Module Three of its findings this month. It lays out in startling detail the lived experiences of NHS staff and patients who bore through the pandemic. In the report’s words: ‘healthcare systems coped with the pandemic, ... more

The Gulf states are not large producers of pharmaceuticals or healthcare products - but the oil they supply, and the transport infrastructure they have built, are key components in a worldwide logistical network that underpin all of the pharmaceutica... more

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The lure of health influencers and AI chat bots is strong. More and more people are placing trust in them to answer their health problems, misplaced trust - as we know these AIs can misinform.

At the same time, people are struggling to access the NH... more

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In this episode, Dr Katie Bramall, Chair of the BMA’s General Practitioners Committee, joins the podcast to discuss her concerns surrounding the new GP contract imposed by the UK government.

GP contract overhaul: What's included and how has it been ... more

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Recent Guests

Henrietta Hughes
Patient Safety Commissioner for England
Office of the Patient Safety Commissioner
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Jason Dawson
Chief Finance Officer
Oxford University Hospitals
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Tim Doran
University of York representative
University of York
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Nnenna Osuji
Consultant hematologist and CEO
North Middlesex University Hospitals Trust
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Kamila Hawthorne
Past chair of the RCGP and chair of the National Academy for Social Prescribing
Royal College of General Practitioners
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Adrian Bowle
Emergency Physician
Emergency Medicine
Episode: Is the NHS in danger of making misinformation worse?
Katie Bramall
Chair of the BMA's General Practitioners Committee
BMA
Episode: What should GP's make of the new NHS contract?
Faith Agumia
Society prevention advocate, lawyer
Kwaiimani Community
Episode: Household air pollution, Labour’s lag on child poverty, children forced to cope with conflict
Rebecca Coombs
Head of Journalism at the BMJ
BMJ
Episode: Household air pollution, Labour’s lag on child poverty, children forced to cope with conflict

Hosts

Cameron Abbasi
Editor-in-Chief of The BMJ
Kamran Abbasi
Editor-in-Chief at The BMJ

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 279 ratings
  • Excellent

    Regular listening - keep up the good work BMJ! BTW really good expose of the baby teeth banking story

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    5
    HilBiker
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Somewhat slow

    I find the pace quite slow and it’s not really pitched to educate.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jeepjeep100
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Sadly disappointing

    Lots of words little coherent information.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Skye@21
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Strongly recommended

    Thanks for your efforts in making this podcast up and running. Excellent choice of topics, guests and, very good presenters. Keep it up folks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ibraheemsg
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Get a producer please

    Too slow. Different speakers at different volumes. Too long introductions. So unprofessional

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    keitflyer
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

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The diverse range of expert guests is frequently mentioned as a highlight, providing in-depth perspectives.
Many listeners appreciate the insightful analysis of current medical issues and trends.
Listeners value the blend of humor and professionalism, especially when discussing complex subjects.
Overall, the podcast is recommended for those interested in contemporary medical discourse.
Some reviews express concerns regarding the pacing and audio quality of episodes, suggesting improvements are needed in production.

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What should GP's make of the new NHS contract?
Q: So how have you been involved in the development of this new contract and how does it feel to you as the union representing doctors being not central to the process in that?
The process shifted from one-to-one negotiation to a broader consultation, reducing direct influence over terms; the aim is to protect patient access while ensuring frontline clinicians have a meaningful role, but the perception is that frontline involvement was limited and the outcome risks misalignment with GP realities.
GLP-1 weight regain and doctors forced out of Gaza
Q: What does the research tell us about the health conditions for doctors working in Gaza?
Doctors are facing extreme conditions, risking their lives to continue providing care amidst minimal resources, and experiencing immense emotional strain as they deal with overwhelming patient loads and their own personal losses in the conflict.
GLP-1 weight regain and doctors forced out of Gaza
Q: What are the implications of the rapid weight regain after stopping GLP-1 medications for patients?
Patients need to be aware of the risks involved with rapid weight regain, which indicates that while these medications are effective for weight management, the potential for regaining weight post-treatment is significant. This information can help them make informed decisions.
Could a Ministry for the Future solve the climate crisis? | Kim Stanley Robinson interview
Q: How can the health arguments for climate action be amplified? What should health professionals be doing to advance climate actions?
They should advocate for international collaborations and emphasize their role in improving public health as interconnected with planetary health.
Could a Ministry for the Future solve the climate crisis? | Kim Stanley Robinson interview
Q: How do you feel now? If you were to write the book now, how would you write it differently?
I find that it's holding up very well in terms of still looking like a book that you could read now without saying, oh my gosh, this is also a historical novel.

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