Season 2: Episode 8 - Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

In this episode we discuss our experience working nights shifts; explore the impact of night shifts on health, as well as provide our top tips for surviving nights. Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected]

At present, we are unfortunately witnessing the displacement of people from their home countries around the world. In this episode, we discuss the health challenges refugees and migrants face on their journey to a new country and on arrival to a new country. Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected]

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and we had the privilege to discuss Sickle Cell with Tito the brains and advocate behind Her Sickled Journey. We discussed crisis, knowing your genotype, blood donation and so much more. It was very insightful to learn about the patient experience navigating life with Sickle Cell. IG and Twitter: @simplymedics

The menopause is a physically and mentally challenging time for anyone experiencing it. This week we discuss the symptoms of menopause and it's impact on daily life. As well as, highlighting the different management options available which can be tailored to each individual with the support of a healthcare professional. Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected]

We're back! Apologies that it's been quite a while but in the first episode of Season 4 we discuss what we've been up to - including junior doctor strikes. Thank you all for your patience and support, and a warm welcome to our new followers!

Black Wednesday is upon us! In this season finale we reflect our experiences of FY1 and FY2, as well as share our top tips for new junior doctors starting work. Happy changeover and wishing all the new doctors the very best! Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected]

This week we discuss our experience of officially graduating from Med School! Join us as we reflect on what the day meant to us.  Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected]

People use recreational substances for a wide variety of reasons, however substance misuse has long lasting negative physical and psychiatric implications. In this episode we discuss the desired effects and the negative effects of different recreational substances ranging from alcohol, to cocaine, to cannabis and more.  Instagram and Twitter: @simplymedics [email protected] 

Did you know, on average, men who are born and live in Westminster live 10 years longer than men who are born and live in Blackpool?! In this episode we discuss the health inequalities which exist within the UK and the factors which contribute to these inequalities. We also highlight how the cost of living crisis has compounded already existing health inequalities.  IG and Twitter: @simplymedics

To celebrate this Mother's Day, we are joined by Lorraine The Mummy Medic ! We discussed her journey into medicine and balancing motherhood with medical school studies. We were left in awe of Lorraine' story, determination and what an amazing mother she is - we know you will be inspired too.  IG: themummymedic IG and Twitter: simplymedics