Beste Science And Medicine podcasts (2024)

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Conflict zones, women’s health research, and reimagining palliative care 37:41

6d ago37:41

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In this episode, we speak to the doctor overseeing the WHO’s emergency response for the eastern mediterranean region - including Gaza, Lebanon, Sudan and Yemen. Richard Brennan joins us to talk about protecting health services, and workers, in the escalating armed conflicts that are affecting the region. Menaka Paranathala and Emma Rourke, from The…

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Divided Dublin: A medical history with Prof Joe Harbison 53:40

14d ago53:40

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Dublin has a rich and colourful medical history, from world-leading discoveries to an epicentre of infectious disease. For a time, Dublin was divided between the wealthy in ostentatious houses and the destitute in tenements, separated by mere streets. In this episodes, we join Prof Joe Harbison for a walking tour of the medical history of divided D…

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Climate leadership - knowledge is power 41:08

19d ago41:08

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It’s an often cited statistic that if healthcare was a country, it would be the fifth largest carbon emitter. At The BMJ we want to change that, and move healthcare towards a more sustainable future. In this week’s episode, we’ll hear about our annual climate edition from two of The BMJ’s editors, Sophie Cook and Juliet Dobson. We’ll be diving into…

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Getting science into policy for gun control and NHS reform 21:34

26d ago21:34

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How science can be transformed into policy? One of the seemingly intractable issues when it comes to legislative change in the US is gun control. One reason policy change is so difficult, is the US specific evidence vacuum, but that’s beginning to change. We're joined by Louis Klarevas, an academic at the University of Colombia and author of the bo…

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Systemic health - with Prof Noel McCarthy 52:12

1M ago52:12

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Our health is shaped by factors we may not even consider, from the personal to the social to the political. In this episode, Prof Noel McCarthy outlines the vital role of public health in steering us towards a healthier world, and the hidden challenges that can drive us towards poorer outcomes.

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Managing Pregnancy in Lupus: Contraception Use and Beyond 25:51

1M ago25:51

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In this episode of the Lupus Science and Medicine podcast, Dr. Megan Clowse, a rheumatologist at Duke University, discusses her research on contraceptive practices in women with lupus. Drawing from the RISE Registry, Dr. Clowse explores the alignment of contraception use with 2020 ACR guidelines, uncovering gaps in documentation and prescription pr…

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Nutrition for health and conflicts of interests 21:49

1M ago21:49

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Under-nutrition harms health, but so does over-nutrition. The Bill and Melinda Gate’s foundation has just released their Goalkeepers' report - highlighting the detrimental impact that poor nutrition is having on children’s health. Rasa Izadnegahdar, director of Maternal, Newborn, Child Nutrition & Health at the foundation joins us to explain how th…

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Show me the data! - With Prof Cathal Walsh 57:13

1M ago57:13

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Medicine is far more than clinical trials and petri-dishes - medical science is hugely reliant on statistics and mathematical modelling to illuminate new insights, and as the engine of evidence-based medicine. With the explosion of data in the world, this has become even more to the forefront. In this episode, Prof Cathal Walsh elucidates the vital…

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Improving data for quality care when resources are stretched 22:58

2M ago22:58

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There's a real drive to strengthen quality of care in facilities around the world. However, no matter where you are, improving healthcare depends on quality data—and collecting and using that data can be challenging without the time and expertise. In this podcast, we explore how different healthcare systems, especially those with limited resources,…

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Immune to everything - with Prof Cliona O'Farrelly 48:18

2M ago48:18

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Our immune system is utterly vital yet deeply complicated - and shrouded in misunderstandings. In this episode, Prof Cliona O'Farrelly separates truth-from-fiction about our immunity, and how the strange interplay of many parts keeps us alive, and points to new treatments in the future.

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GPs' industrial action, and the olympians after the games 28:47

2M ago28:47

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The news that GPs in England have voted for industrial action has spooked the healthcare system - Katie Bramall-Stainer, the chair of the BMA's General Practice Committee explains what's lead to this, and why trust in the government has gone. After the games, olympians and paralympians return to their normal lives - but what does that mean for thei…

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Curious Anatomy - With Prof Denis Barry 41:10

2M ago41:10

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Anatomy is integral to modern medicine, and has a rich and often unbelievable history. But how do we best study the body, and what can anatomy teach us today? In the episode Dr Denis Barry guides us through the curious story of anatomy from its history right up to new developments in learning about our physical selves.…

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Leveraging Positive Psychosocial Factors to Manage Stress in Lupus 24:06

2M ago24:06

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Join host Dr. Anna Wolska as she explores a new study in Lupus Science & Medicine on how positive psychosocial factors—such as resilience, self-efficacy, and emotional support—can reduce stress in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In this episode, she speaks with Drs. Kimberly DeQuattro and Sarah Patterson about these factors' protect…

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The Future of Medicine - with Prof Colin Doherty 1:00:16

2M ago1:00:16

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We live in a rapidly changing world, and medical science evolves at a staggering rate. Yet the challenges we face are extremely diverse, and very different to prior generations: how can doctors and medical education adapt to things like climate change, shifting geopolitics, and a more divided world? In this episode, Prof Colin Doherty discusses the…

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Episode 17: Maternal Mortality in 2024 - The Story Continues: Tiffany McKever, Digital Healthcare Strategies 29:53

3M ago29:53

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And now it is time to hear from one of the advocates whose work goes on, even when it is no longer news. Tiffany McKever is a digital healthcare strategist, whose work has included researching and developing a Population Health Initiative with a focus on environmental factors related to social determinants of health (SDOH) resulting in significant …

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Psychedelic, man - with Drs Kathryn Ledden & Guillaume Thuery 42:35

3M ago42:35

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Psychedelic drugs are inexorably linked to our vision of the 1960s counter-cultural revolution. But given the potent impact drugs like LSD and Psilocybin have on our perceptions, is there a role for them in treating mental health condition? In this episode, Drs Kathryn Ledden and Guillaume Thuery delve into the colourful history of Psychedelic drug…

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Multi-cancer detection and NHS HIT Lists 25:43

3M ago25:43

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This week we're questioning the effectiveness of the Galleri Test for early cancer detection with investigation authors Margaret McCartney and Deborah Cohen. They delve into the decision-making and politics behind this test's introduction in the UK. The episode also covers the growing NHS waiting list crisis and how Imran Ahmed and his team at Guy'…

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Health for All with Prof Clíona Ní Cheallaigh 50:29

3M ago50:29

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There are people in society who, by accident or design, are excluded from many of the health benefits the rest of us take for granted. And for these people, health outcomes are markedly worse. But the impact of their suffering affects us all in curious and unexpected ways, and in this episode, Prof Clíona Ní Cheallaigh explains the vital importance…

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Krill Oil may represent a promising complementary therapy in SLE 24:24

3M ago24:24

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Join Dr. Anna Wloska from the Lupus foundation of America and Drs. Peter Lipsky and Amerie Grammer as they discuss the effectivenss of krill oil in reducing disease activity in systemic lupus erythematosus. In this episode, our guest highlight the potential therapeutic benefits of restoring omega-3 fatty acids in patients with SLE and the potency a…

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Bonus Episode: Pandemic focus with Prof Tony Holohan 1:04:50

3M ago1:04:50

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Across the world, the COVID-19 pandemic focused a spotlight on medical policy and the work of health scientists in informing policy. In Ireland, Chief Medical Officer Prof Tony Holohan endured the trials of being a public figure in the midst of a pandemic, and the challenging role of advising policy makers in a rapidly changing environment. In this…

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Understanding Addiction with Prof Jo-Hanna Ivers 40:42

3M ago40:42

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Addiction affects every strata of society, and deeply impacts the lives of millions of us. Yet despite this, it remains deeply misunderstood. Just what do we get wrong, and how can we get it right? In this Episode, Prof Jo-Hanna Ivers, Professor of Addiction Studies at TCD, shares her unique insights into what addiction is, and how we can address i…

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Madness and Myth with Prof Brendan Kelly 53:41

3M ago53:41

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Mental health is a vital part of our well-being, and yet fictions persist about it even in today's more enlightened times. In this episode, Prof Brendan Kelly charts the folk history of madness, and shares modern insights into mental health. Content warning: Contains frank discussion of suicidality and measures to reduce self-harm. Listener discret…

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Ensuring an Olympic legacy, and fixing primary care 38:55

3M ago38:55

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The Paris games have just started - and France has made a concerted effort to ensure that this year's Olympics will have a legacy of physical activity for the whole population. However, mega sporting events don't always have that effect, and Fiona Bull, head of physical activity for the WHO, joins us to explain why it's increasingly important that …

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Dr. Eman Ansari: From Saudi Arabia to the United States - The Power of Healing and Advocacy for Healthcare Equity 22:24

4M ago22:24

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Join host Erika Ruiz in this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast, as she engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Eman Ansari. Dr. Ansari, a pediatric pulmonologist and critical care physician at Boston Children's Hospital, discusses her journey and motivations shaped by her upbringing in the Arab world. Wit…

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Dr. Craig Heller: Pioneering Equitable Advancements in Sleep, Temperature Regulation, and Down syndrome Research 20:10

4M ago20:10

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Join host Erika Ruiz for an informative discussion with Dr. Craig Heller on this episode of The Endless Pursuit - Equitable Science and Medicine podcast. Dr. Heller, a distinguished biologist at Stanford University, leads pioneering research in sleep and circadian rhythms, focusing on their impact on learning and memory in Down syndrome. His innova…

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The patient issue 43:14

4M ago43:14

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We celebrate 10 years of patient and public partnership strategy at The BMJ with a patient-centred podcast. We ask how should the new Labour government engage patients in shaping the future of the NHS. We also dive into the concepts of social care and peer support, and learn from Brazil's experience in social participation. Highlights: 01:52 - The …

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Understanding the Critical Role of Lupus Clinical Trial Outcome Measures in Advancing Therapeutic Development 19:43

4M ago19:43

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Join Dr. Anna Wolska from the Lupus Foundation of America and Dr. Laurent Arnaud, Professor of Rheumatology at the Department of Rheumatology, University Hospitals of Strasbourg as they discuss systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) clinical trials. In this episode, Dr. Arnaud highlights the complexities of drug approval processes in lupus, the pivotal…

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Extending access for breast cancer, and epidural outcomes 30:10

4M ago30:10

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Women's Health, breast cancer screening, epidurals, and GP voices New U.S. guideline on breast cancer screening have been extended to women in their 40s - Katy Bell, from the University of Sydney, and Stacy Carter, from the University of Wollongong explain why the good intention of that change wont be mirrored in outcomes - and may even induce harm…

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