Helen Salisbury, GP and columnist for The BMJ, discusses the puzzling issue of potential GP unemployment in the UK despite high demand. The podcast also explores the financial entanglement of FDA heads with the companies they regulate, shedding light on conflicts of interest. Additionally, the upcoming UK government and the NHS winter crisis are anticipated and debated.

Dr. Helen Salisbury, a GP and BMJ columnist with over 20 years of experience, shares her journey from studying philosophy to practicing medicine. She delves into how general practice has evolved, emphasizing the need for personalized care amidst systemic fragmentation. Helen discusses her transition into medical writing, sparked by a Twitter ad, and highlights the importance of accessible healthcare communication. Lastly, she advocates for a future with more GPs and better patient relationships, emphasizing teamwork in improving the healthcare landscape.

Dr. Helen Salisbury, a GP and British Medical Journal columnist, shares insights on the reliability of smart scales in measuring body metrics. Professor Bill Lionheart, an applied mathematics expert, discusses the bioimpedance methods behind these devices. They explore concerns about accuracy, emotional implications of health metrics, and the limitations of smart scales compared to advanced assessments like DEXA scans. The conversation highlights the challenges of interpreting body fat and protein metrics, emphasizing a balanced understanding of health beyond just numbers.