The Dr Hilary Show

From entertainers and athletes to medical experts, guests reflect on health, resilience, and recovery, sharing lessons learned on and off the public stage including: • Sean Wallace on balancing life as a barrister with television fame• Harry Hill on training as a doctor and why he ultimately left medicine• Francis Rossi on addiction, recovery and the reality behind rock and roll• Professor James Calder on treating elite athletes and resisting pressure to rush recovery• Sir Steve Redgrave on post-Olympic depression and managing long-term health conditions• Tyler West on childhood trauma, mental health and finding purpose through sport• Adele Roberts on bowel cancer, living with a stoma and the power of early diagnosis• Amy Dowden on how Strictly Come Dancing played a role in saving her life• Tim Vine on humour, perspective and finding calm in everyday life Follow Dr Hilary:X: DrHilaryJonesInstagram: thedrhilaryshow Sign up for the weekly newsletter: drhilaryjones.comSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr Hilary speaks with David James from Prostate Cancer Research about why the UK is still not introducing routine screening. They explain what the National Screening Committee’s draft decision means, and what men should know about PSA testing, access, and next steps. They also run through current treatments and the new research aiming to speed up earlier, safer diagnosis. Sign up for the weekly newsletter: drhilaryjones.com Follow Dr Hilary:X: DrHilaryJonesInstagram: thedrhilaryshowSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr Hilary looks at why modern HAIR transplants are delivering natural, undetectable results that can genuinely reset confidence. Trichologist Marie Royce Book and Dr Ahmad Moussa from Wimpole Hair Transplant Clinic explain what’s now possible with today’s latest science and methods. They also explore restoration beyond the scalp, including brows, beards, and the growing demand for intimate hair restoration from women wanting pubic hair back after laser removal. Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: drhilaryjones.comSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr Hilary and Dr Anita Raja discuss weight, hormones, and the realities facing both patients and doctors. Dr Raja explains why weight management is central to improving long-term health, the role of GLP-1 medications, and how cultural factors shape people’s ability to make lifestyle changes. She also explores testosterone-related issues in men, the limits of NHS hormone treatment, and how private clinics are filling gaps in care. This episode of The Dr Hilary Show is brought to you by Olbas Shower Gel, bringing the power to breathe right into your shower Send your questions to: Ask@drhilaryjones .com Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: drhilaryjones .com  Follow Dr Hilary: X: DrHilaryJones Instagram: thedrhilaryshowSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack and Antonia Cowmeadow join Dr Hilary for an unthinkably difficult conversation: the loss of their daughter, Lorelei in November 2024, just days before her second birthday.  What began as an ordinary toddler cold rapidly escalated into flu-related encephalitis — a rare but catastrophic inflammation of the brain. They share, with extraordinary courage, the moment they realised something was gravely wrong, the desperate rush to hospital, the speed of her decline, and the care teams who fought to save her. They also explain why they now want every parent to understand the early warning signs, to trust their instincts, and to know when to seek urgent help. Jack and Antonia also discuss organ donation, the impact of grief, Antonia’s later ectopic pregnancy, and — finally — the light returning to their lives with the pregnancy of their second baby girl. Encephalitis affects around 6,000 people a year in the UK and 1.5 million worldwide, and can be fatal. Their hope is that telling Lorelei’s story will help save lives. Encephalitis International is the only charity worldwide dedicated to supporting people affected by encephalitis, raising awareness, and funding research. For more information visit : https://www.encephalitis.info/ Jack is now running the London Marathon for WellChild, raising money to help seriously ill children to thrive at home and out of hospital https://www.justgiving.com/page/jack-cowmeadow-1 Send your questions to: Ask@drhilaryjones .com  Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: drhilaryjones .com  Follow Dr Hilary:  X: DrHilaryJones  Instagram: thedrhilaryshow  Support the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special Q&A episode, Dr Hilary answers your health questions. He explains the reality of Paget’s disease and how it affects the bones, offers clear advice on managing type 2 diabetes, and talks through the sensitive subject of uterine prolapse in older women. There’s also expert insight on the weight loss pill Rybelsus, inoperable brain tumours, and recovery after hip replacement surgery. Advice to help you make sense of your health. Send your questions to: [email protected] Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: www.DrHilaryJones.com Follow Dr Hilary:X: DrHilaryJonesInstagram: thedrhilaryshowSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Dr Hilary speaks with Heidi Bristow, founder of Changes for Stammerers, who shares how a simple breathing technique transformed her life and how she now helps others find control, confidence and clarity in their speech. Heidi opens up about her journey from a childhood shaped by stammering to becoming a voice of hope and practical support for others. She reveals how her technique focuses on relaxation, breathing and self-acceptance – and why stammering is something to understand, not hide. Ask Dr Hilary: Whether it's advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being or everyday medical concerns, now's your chance to get answers. Each week Dr Hilary answers your health and wellness questions. If it’s on your mind, he wants to help.Send your questions to: Ask@drhilaryjones .com Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing:drhilaryjones .com Follow Dr Hilary:X: DrHilaryJonesInstagram: thedrhilaryshow Follow Heidi:Instagram: @changes_for_stammerersTikTok: @changes.for.stammLinkedIn: @changes-for-stammerersWebsite: www.changesforstammerers.co.ukSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Dr Hilary speaks with Rae Denman, one of the UK’s leading specialists in medical tattooing — a treatment used to camouflage scars, birthmarks and skin grafts, and to restore natural colour after surgery. Rae talks about how medical tattooing helps people feel more comfortable in their own skin; the difference between cosmetic and medical tattooing; how she works with burns units and post-surgery patients; and why sensitivity and honesty are vital in her work. Also in the episode:• The woman who covered her birthmark every day for 30 years• How a tattoo can restore what surgery can’t• The link between skin, confidence, and identity Ask Dr Hilary: Whether it's advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being, or everyday medical concerns, now's your chance to get answers. Each week, Dr Hilary answers your health and wellness questions. If it’s on your mind, he wants to help. Send your questions to [email protected]  Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: https://www.drhilaryjones.com  Follow Dr Hilary: X: @DrHilaryJones  Instagram: @thedrhilaryshow/Support the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Amy Dowden joins Dr Hilary to reveal how Strictly Come Dancing helped save her life. She speaks openly about living with Crohn’s disease since childhood, her breast cancer diagnosis at 32, and the brutal realities of chemotherapy, sepsis, and medically induced menopause. Amy also talks about how dance has shaped every stage of her life — from starting at eight years old to becoming the first Welsh professional on Strictly. She recalls competing alongside her husband, the thrill of performing live, and how being part of the show gave her a sense of purpose even during treatment.  Ask Dr Hilary Whether it's advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being, or everyday medical concerns, now's your chance to get answers. Each week, Dr Hilary answers your health and wellness questions. If it’s on your mind, he wants to help. Send your questions to [email protected]  Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: https://www.drhilaryjones.com  Follow Dr Hilary: X: @DrHilaryJones  Instagram: @thedrhilaryshow/   Follow Amy: Instagram: @amy_dowden https://linktr.ee/amy_dowdenSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When leading architect and urban designer Lucy Musgrave OBE was suddenly diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia, life changed overnight. In this inspiring conversation, Lucy tells Dr Hilary how she went from near collapse to remission — and how one cartwheel sparked a national campaign to try to raise £200,000. From the moment she heard the word “curable,” to the gruelling six months of treatment and the daily ritual that became her symbol of survival, Lucy’s story is one of resilience, gratitude, and joy. She shares how Cartwheel for a Cure is helping fund vital research through Leukaemia UK. Ask Dr HilaryWhether it's advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being, or everyday medical concerns, now's your chance to get answers. Each week, Dr Hilary answers your health and wellness questions. If it’s on your mind, he wants to help. Send your questions to [email protected]  Sign up for the weekly newsletter with tips and advice on health and wellbeing: https://www.drhilaryjones.com  Follow Dr Hilary: X: @DrHilaryJones  Instagram: @thedrhilaryshow/ Cartwheel for a Cure: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/cartwheel-for-a-cure  Instagram: @leukaemiauk @cartwheelforacureSupport the show: https://www.drhilaryjones.com/dr-hilary-jones-show/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.