Richard Horton
Editor of The Lancet, a world-renowned medical journal. Author of "The COVID-19 Catastrophe" and a vocal critic of the UK government's pandemic response.
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Aug 22, 2024 • 43min
The UK's COVID-19 public enquiry, with Richard Horton
Richard Horton, Editor-in-chief of The Lancet, shares his insights from giving evidence for the UK's COVID-19 inquiry. He discusses the government's unpreparedness and the grim toll of over 200,000 lives lost. Horton highlights the importance of accountability, emphasizing the need for 'red teams' and diverse perspectives in decision-making. The conversation also covers the crucial role of public trust in vaccination and the lessons learned for future health crises. Expect reflections on both serious findings and light-hearted editorial anecdotes.
Dec 8, 2020 • 51min
COVID-19 and The Vaccine: A Shot of Hope and A Return to Normal?
Sarah Gilbert, a leading Professor of Vaccinology at the University of Oxford, discusses the rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines and their potential in restoring normalcy. Richard Horton, Editor of The Lancet, critiques the UK government's response while addressing the ethical dilemmas of vaccination prioritization. Tim Spector, founder of the Zoe COVID Symptom Study app, highlights the importance of understanding long COVID and the implications of vaccine efficacy against variants. Together, they explore the challenges and possibilities of navigating our path out of the pandemic.
