Medicine and Science from The BMJ

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.

Amy Edmundson, a Professor at Harvard Business School, discusses psychological safety in healthcare. The podcast also delves into the influence of alcohol and tobacco industries on public health, education conflicts, and NHS staffing recommendations. Key topics include creating safe workplaces, corporate funding impact, and workforce challenges.

Hilary Cass, former president of the Royal College of Paediatrics, discusses improving NHS gender identity services. Topics include evidence base for transitioning, failures in siloed care, supporting young people in their gender journey without immediate medical intervention, and the need for holistic and evidence-based treatments for gender-questioning youth.

Felice Jacka, Director of the Food & Mood Centre at Deakin University, discusses the link between diet and health, emphasizing the need for governments to focus on the food system. The podcast also covers the challenges in NHS funding and the importance of stability for securing healthcare services' future.

Researchers Ben Goldacre and Nick De Vito discuss the impact of AI on clinician-patient relationships. They also explain the importance of sharing data and code in research. Additionally, BMJ columnist Matt Morgan reflects on the NHS's history through a play at the National Theatre.

Explore the Supreme Court's pivotal case on mifepristone, where contested research is under scrutiny. Listen to a mother’s heartfelt plea for sign language education in medical settings, revealing challenges faced by deaf patients. Celebrate the 70th anniversary of a unique orchestra linking music and medicine, showcasing the healing power of art in healthcare. The blend of legal, ethical, and personal stories highlights the vital intersection of science, patient experience, and the cultural significance of communication.

Heidi Larson, an expert in vaccine confidence, warns about the dangers of health misinformation on social media. Michael Noetel discusses the effectiveness of exercise in controlling depressive symptoms. Rachel Clarke shares her experiences of the pandemic and the inspiration behind her new TV drama.

Former NHS chief Nigel Crisp discusses UK health crisis. US covid editors talk constitutional flaws. ActionAid aid appeal for Gaza, Syria, Somalia. Show revamped with new format and music.

  In this festive edition of the BMJ podcast, we hear about what medicine can learn from music, when it comes to giving a convincing performance, and how we can grow an evidence base for nature prescribing.   Professors Roger Kneebone and Aaron William of the Centre for Performance Science raise the curtain on the performance of medicine, and we hear what your consultation technique could learn from a hairstylist.   Ruth Garside, Professor of Evidence Synthesis, Kerryn Husk, Associate Professor of Health Sciences and Edward Chapman from the Health and Environment Public Engagement Group then discuss 'nature prescribing', and wonder about how to balance maintaining the joy derived from nature and yet create an evidence base for the medicinal benefits associated with it.   Reading list Medicine: a performing art Nature prescribing     00:13 Introduction to the BMJ Podcast 00:36 Exploring the Themes of the Christmas Edition 01:38 The Intersection of Medicine and Performance 02:33 The Art and Science of Performance in Medicine 05:04 The Role of Performance in Music 06:29 The Similarities Between Medicine and Music 08:06 The Role of Experiential Learning in Performance 14:11 The Impact of Audience on Performance 19:04 The Benefits of Nature and Green Prescribing 24:52 The Challenges of Measuring the Impact of Nature Prescribing 30:37 The Community's Engagement with Nature Prescribing 33:01 Conclusion and Farewell

Join Nana Twum-Danso, a senior VP at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, Paul Dsane-Aidoo from UNICEF Ghana, and Keith Cloete of South Africa's health department in a riveting discussion on healthcare challenges in resource-constrained environments. They tackle the balance between clinical standards and patient-centered care, emphasizing oxytocin's role in postpartum care. Discover how data, community feedback, and a shift in mindset can empower healthcare delivery while addressing disparities and improving quality of care.