World Health Investigation Podcast

Not another CLIMATE CHANGE episode!!! It is not news that change is happening! Temperatures are rising, we are seeing more and more droughts, wildfires and shifting rainfall patterns. Glaciers and snow are melting and there is a rise in global sea levels. Despite all the climate change campaigns, why are we still seeing a global temperature rise? Did the COVID-19 pandemic help?  In this episode we discuss  current roadblocks to achieving a 45% global reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030. We highlight  feasible implementation strategies to improve collective efforts towards climate change mitigation. Why are we still seeing a global temperature rise? Our case study - Climate change contingency in Tuvalu, the nation that is planning on relocatinghttps://reliefweb.int/report/tuvalu/tuvalus-innovative-contingency-plan-address-scientific-predictions-being-uninhabitable-2050 Additional resourcesCumulative emission from 1750-2020 - https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/each-countrys-share-co2-emissions How COVID-19 lockdowns affect the climate change https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/research/news/2021/how-did-covid-19-lockdowns-affect-the-climate Mitigation of Climate Change Report 2022: "Litany of broken climate promises" - UN Chiefhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8rlLaT8v4QEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

Approximately 650,000 people die from direct or indirect drug overdose across the world. Interestingly, there are 2.6 million deaths attributed to alcohol misuse and 8.7 million deaths attributed to smoking globally. The health complications caused by legal substances such as alcohol raises questions around the justification for criminalising recreational drug use or possession. In this episode, we highlight the reasons for and against the legalisation of all recreational drugs, including cocaine, heroin and more. Are governments winning the ‘war on drugs’? NB: Please note we do not condone the use of illegal substance use. This is a productive discussion to encourage public engagement and address substance misuse as a global health threat. Are recreational drugs worse than alcohol? Is legalisation the best way to address drug use and addiction? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] This week's case study:Whitney Houston died in Feb 2012 with many reports claiming it was from cocaine use/ drug overdose.https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/whitney-houston-death-surprising-details-coroners-report/story?id=16076589n Additional resources:Talk to Frank - https://www.talktofrank.com/ Whitney Houston death: Bobby Brown says she didn’t die from drugs - https://globalnews.ca/news/4055762/whitney-houston-death-bobby-brown-drugs/ Drugs (psychoactive) -  https://www.who.int/health-topics/drugs-psychoactive#tab=tab_1 Enjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

52% of 40 - 70 year old men suffer from varying degrees of sexual diseases, which are caused by a variety of biological and psychological factors. In this episode, we discuss sexual and reproductive conditions, such as erectile dysfunction, that are most common in people that identify as men. We highlight the implications of encouraging men to take more contraceptive responsibilities. Our aim is to spread awareness around sexual and reproductive health issues in men.  To do this, we asked men from different countries to share some advice on what can be done to optimise their sexual health.  Case study:An anonymous story shared by a woman whose husband allegedly has erectile dysfunction. https://www.mamamia.com.au/impotence-is-ruining-my-marriage/amp/In the news: Greta Thunberg isn’t alone in rejecting the UN climate conference, but we still have to be there -https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/nov/07/i-am-going-to-cop27-in-egypt-but-can-the-un-climate-conference-deliverAdditional resources:Sexual health (who.int)Planned Parenthood The National Institutes of Health (NIH)Trusted SourceEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees estimates that low- and middle-income countries host 74% of the world’s refugees. In this episode, we discuss the impacts of war on healthcare systems. We highlight the challenges with public health system operations in warzones and the factors that influence a nation's decision to welcome refugees. Should all countries have an obligation to welcome refugees? This week's case study:Asad’s journey from Somalia to Europe - https://www.msf.org/nine-countries-and-7000-kms-asad%E2%80%99s-journey-somalia-europe-france In the news: Zimbabwe becomes first African country to approve use of injectable HIV prevention drug  https://www.news24.com/amp/news24/africa/news/zimbabwe-becomes-first-african-country-to-approve-use-of-injectable-hiv-prevention-drug-20221019 Additional resources: Opinion piece: As a doctor, I can see that denying NHS care to immigrants is inhumane - https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/mar/12/doctor-nhs-care-government-albert-thompson Briefing: what is the hostile environment, where does it come from, who does it affect? - https://freemovement.org.uk/briefing-what-is-the-hostile-environment-where-does-it-come-from-who-does-it-affect/ Enjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

In 2022, the United Nations reported that for the first time since 1998, there has been an increase in extreme poverty. This year many countries are facing inflation and a cost of living crisis that is worsening poverty. This week, we look at the current state of poverty worldwide, and weigh up the pros and cons of profit-driven health care. Should all countries move towards private healthcare? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] This week's case study:BBC Panorama: Surviving the Cost of Living Crisis - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0c04tvd Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast Instagram: @whi_podcast) | https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ Twitter: @whi_podcast) | https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LinkedIn:Enjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

According to the WHO, 4.7–13.2% of maternal deaths can be attributed to unsafe abortion each year and 6 out of 10 of all unintended pregnancies end in an induced abortion. However safe abortion services are still inaccessible in many countries due to several reasons. In this episode, we highlight the implications of legalising abortion services and discuss the role of pro-life feminism in modern day society. We make references to the overturn of the Roe v. Wade policy that conferred the right to have an abortion in the US. Is being pro-life anti-feminist?  Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] week's case studies: Pro-life millennial women speaking out - https://youtu.be/Y_enzePQ85c?t=239Sanya Richard-Ross, four-time Olympic gold medalist - https://youtu.be/_1kM0LA9G7c?t=375Anonymous woman sharing her abortion story - https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-38775641 Enjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :)Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram: World Health Investigation (@whi_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: WHI Podcast (@whi_podcast) / Twitter TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcast Facebook:  World Health Investigation | Facebook LinkedIn:  World Health Investigation Podcast: Overview | LinkedIn Want to see our live facial expressions?  Subscribe here ➡️ World Health Investigation - YouTube  Like what you hear? Please leave a like, subscribe and share.   Additional resources:1. Bearak J, Popinchalk A, GanatEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

We are back! The WHI podcast returns for season 2 and we are turning up the heat!! Our first episode of the season drops this Saturday, 29 October, 6PM GMT. Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! Instagram: World Health Investigation (@whi_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: WHI Podcast (@whi_podcast) / Twitter TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@whi_podcastFacebook:  World Health Investigation | FacebookLinkedIn:  World Health Investigation Podcast: Overview | LinkedInWant to see our live facial expressions? Subscribe here ➡️ World Health Investigation - YouTubeEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

To date, it is estimated that in high- and upper-middle-income countries, 81% of the population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. However, in low-income countries, only about 17% of the population has received at least one vaccine dose. Why do we see this gap in vaccination rates? What is being done to address it? In our final episode of the season,  we discuss vaccine access and equity and look into the successes and failures of COVAX – an initiative led by Gavi and other global organisations to provide equitable access to COVID-19 diagnostics, treatments and vaccines to everyone worldwide. This week's case study: COVAX - https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/covax-explained Why do you think COVID-19 vaccine distribution has been unfair? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :)Make sure you follow us on our socials to get our latest updates.Facebook:  World Health Investigation | FacebookInstagram: World Health Investigation (@whi_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: WHI Podcast (@whi_podcast) / Twitter LinkedIn:  World Health Investigation Podcast: Overview | LinkedInLike what you hear? Please leave a like, subscribe and share. Additional resources:Coronavirus (COVID-19) Vaccinations - https://ourworldindata.org/covid-vaccinations Tracking Coronavirus Vaccinations Around the World - https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/world/covid-vaccinations-tracker.html Covax facility - https://www.who.int/initiatives/act-accelerator/covax Unequal access to vaccines - https://www.one.org/africa/issues/covid-19-tracker/explore-vaccines/ Patents and the COVID-19  vaccines - https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-021-01242-1Enjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

Coronaviruses had been a major concern as infectious agents with  pandemic-causing potential, years before the COVID-19 pandemic. Advancements in DNA sequencing mechanisms can help us detect pathogens early and study them appropriately. So why were we still not prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic? In this episode we discuss the challenges of pandemic preparedness and evaluate the response to COVID-19 by key players such as national governments and the World Health Organisation. We also reflect on lessons learned and what could be done differently. This week's case study: South Korea’s response to MERS (2015)  versus COVID-19  - https://ourworldindata.org/covid-exemplar-south-korea If you were Minister of Health in your country during the COVID-19 pandemic,  what would you do differently? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :)Make sure you follow us on our socials to get our latest updates.Facebook:  World Health Investigation | FacebookInstagram: World Health Investigation (@whi_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: WHI Podcast (@whi_podcast) / Twitter LinkedIn:  World Health Investigation Podcast: Overview | LinkedInLike what you hear? Please leave a like, subscribe and share. Additional resources:Interdisciplinary research in epidemic preparedness and response - https://acmedsci.ac.uk/policy/policy-projects/multidisciplinary-research-in-epidemic-preparedness-and-response- Bill Gates: The next outbreak? We're not readyEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...

Digital technologies are increasingly being used as health and care interventions worldwide. Many people own wearables such as Apple Watches that track vital health information and mobile health (mHealth) continues to support health care workers in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. This week, we explore digital technologies and discuss whether they are really the key to  tackling our health care challenges. We talk through the different types of digital technologies and identify opportunities for these technologies to revolutionise health care. We also unpack critical considerations such as sustainability and data protection and regulation. This week's case study: Click Therapeutics - There's a Prescription App for That? Digital Therapeutics on the Rise (chiefhealthcareexecutive.com)Do you think digital technologies are the future of healthcare? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected] the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :)Make sure you follow us on our socials to get our latest updates.Facebook:  World Health Investigation | FacebookInstagram: World Health Investigation (@whi_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: WHI Podcast (@whi_podcast) / Twitter LinkedIn:  World Health Investigation Podcast: Overview | LinkedInLike what you hear? Please leave a like, subscribe and share. Additional resources:Sanofi Ventures Leads $17 Million Financing of Click Therapeutics - https://www.clicktherapeutics.com/press/sanofi-leads-financing WHO Global stratEnjoyed the episode? Please share and give us a cheeky 5 star review :) Follow us on our socials so you don’t miss anything! FB: https://www.facebook.com/WHIpodcast IG| https://www.instagram.com/whi_podcast/ TW| https://mobile.twitter.com/whi_podcast LIn:...