Is AI a useful tool when it comes to mental health? Steve Brine and James Bethell discuss the benefits that AI can have when it comes to helping people with their mental health, pointing out that it can provide some level of instant relief to those needing help in the moment.

NEW: In the latest episode of the Prevention is the New Cure podcast: Why are millions of people using ChatGPT and Claude at 2 AM for anxiety? Because AI is free, immediate, and completely non-judgmental. Streaming now.

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

"It is first genuinely national NHS provider... That's a totally different organising principle for the NHS." celebrates the arrival of the promised NHS Online... and considers it a huge breakthrough... What do you think?

“All schools in England will have to have an allergy strategy in place” James Fox, the chair of the National Allergy Strategy Group, explains what Benedict's Law will mean for Schools in England and how it aims to help children with allergies.

Burnham's choices, does he embrace this new parliamentary party that love a big selfie with him and keep them happy? Or does he embrace the country, and burn through the waiting list? considers the next Prime Minister's dilemma on health policy...

Is it time to normalise the 2-hour afternoon nap in the UK, follow our European neighbours and get away from: "a few sad Brits having a sandwich at their desk, rather tragically..." A new study suggests that actually, it's good for you.

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

This week's podcast explores the technologies, ideas and investments shaping the future of healthcare. "That interface between innovation and the purchaser is really the central dialogue now in the health conversation." #Healthcare #HealthInnovation #HLTHEurope

"The most important innovation isn't the technology. It's just a simpler route to using the one we've already got." This week's discussion explored what prevention really means in healthcare. #PublicHealth #Healthcare #Prevention

"The whole thing hinges on age verification." As governments consider new restrictions for young people online, the debate is increasingly focused on whether platforms can accurately identify a user's age. #SocialMedia #OnlineSafety #TechPolicy #AgeVerification

"Four years ago, I said we should ban social media for under-16s." Today, concerns about children's online safety, screen time and social media addiction are firmly in the mainstream. "Parents felt there was nothing they could do." #SocialMedia #ChildrensHealth #OnlineSafety

In this week's podcast, we discuss the growing excitement around quantum technology and its potential impact on healthcare, finance and artificial intelligence. "Quantum computing is definitely going to happen." "It'll accelerate the existing AI revolution." #QuantumComputing #Innovation

"There's no longevity movement for Blackpool and Barnsley." On this week’s podcast we discuss how breakthroughs in health technology are helping some people live longer, healthier lives, many communities are being left behind. #HealthInequality #Healthcare #Politics

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

Hospitals are about to become obsolete. 🏥👇 When a medical breakthrough gets a standing ovation at ASCO, the entire healthcare industry needs to pay attention. We are officially moving away from standard chemotherapy and entering the era of hyper-precision medicine.

"It's like a science-fiction novel!" A single vaccine to work against known coronavirus variants... but also related bat viruses... We could well be entering an era where AI creates treatments themselves.

Andy Burnham: champion for health - but what's getting Steve Brine excited at the prospect of a Andy Burnham as Prime Minister? Steve remembers the first "devo deal" for health - which he thinks Prime Minister Burnham will lean into, should he become Prime Minister. Lord Bethell

The 10-year plan isn't a game-changer... the health secretary's resigned... and almost every part of the NHS is in dispute with the Government... delivers a reality check at NHSConfed Expo.

is absolutely buzzing about NHSConfed Expo... it's the perfect blend of health and politics, only on the Prevention is the New Cure podcast... Listen to the full episode, recorded live in Manchester - streaming now on your podcast apps and on YouTube.

NEW: Health and politics LIVE at NHS Confed Expo Are we witnessing the collapse of the government's 10-year NHS plan, or are we on the brink of a healthcare revolution? Stream now on your podcast app. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/p...

This Thursday, we're recording our podcast episode live at NHS ConfedExpo from 10am. Come along and be part of our conversation, and look out for us around the venue - it'd be great to say hello. |

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

This Thursday, we're recording our podcast episode live at NHS ConfedExpo from 10am. Come along and be part of our conversation, and look out for us around the venue - it'd be great to say hello. |

This Thursday, we're recording our podcast episode live at NHS ConfedExpo from 10am. Come along and be part of our conversation, and look out for us around the venue - it'd be great to say hello. |

“They are both going to be improved” Cancer treatments are improving greatly with immunotherapy a game changer, and the ability of new technology to diagnose the disease early. Vaccine research is also improving helping treatment of both cancer and infectious diseases.

“There is an important role for regulation” Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England, suggests why politicians have a part to play when it comes to fighting childhood obesity. With regulations welcome by many.

“Air pollution is something we certainly could do better” Chris Whitty suggests that air pollution is an issue that needs work on, but that there has been progress made… for example through the gradual tightening of regulations cars have become significantly less polluting right across Europe.

The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Sir Chris Whitty explains who is most susceptible to prostate cancer, that being those with a family history and black men. He urges black men who are thinking of getting screened to enrol in the new UK government trial scheme.

What actually are preventative measures in healthcare? Who better to explain than Chief Medical Officer for England Chris Whitty, on the Prevention is the New Cure's 100th episode.

The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Sir Chris Whitty suggests that whilst recent public health achievements include a reduction in smoking, that the healthcare sector has failed on childhood obesity. He suggests that current attitudes to the issue are morally unreasonable.

NEW: Professor Sir Chris Whitty, England's Chief Medical Officer says there is a "danger" that we could leave people behind who actually have the biggest health problems... Plus, we discuss the successes of medicine - and what we'll be celebrating in 20 years time.

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

"It took 11 minutes" Steve Brine points out that UK Melanoma cases have hit their highest level ever. James Bethell explains new technology helping to fight against this.

“This is absolutely iconic for our show” James Bethell takes a look at new Targeted Lung Health Checks undertaken by the NHS in retail carparks that are helping to find people with early stage cancer. He suggests that this sort of measure is absolutely the epitome of the podcast’s mission.

“A single injection for life!” James Bethell explains the brand new ‘Verve-102’ injection, that in theory, could replace regular or even daily cholesterol injections with a single shot for life.

“We have seen a trebling of presentations of anaphylaxis to emergency departments in 20 years” James Fox presents examples of tragic and avoidable cases of young people dying from an allergic reaction, in similar circumstances highlighting the case for full ingredient lists on menus in restaurants.

Does Tony Blair have a point? “People say he’s right” says Steve Brine who reflects on Tony Blair’s intervention in Labour leadership discussions this week, and points out how many people have been impressed by his healthcare suggestions.

🆕 On this week's podcast, former health ministers Steve Brine and James Bethell break down why Number 10 is likely furious with Tony Blair’s latest intervention on NHS tech - and why he’s actually 100% right. Episode 99 is streaming now 🎧

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

“He was early on prevention and whole person care” Steve Brine shares what he thinks are some of Andy Burnham’s achievements as health secretary suggesting he was an early voice in the prevention movement, well before it became mainstream conversation within the NHS.

Will healthcare be a major focus in any future Labour Leadership Contest? James Bethell points out just how much focus Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting have already focused on healthcare, as speculation on a Labour leadership challenge continues.

Is this outbreak of Ebola different from previous flare ups? Steve Brine and James Bethell discuss why this particular outbreak of ebola may feel more concerning than in previous cases and why unlike on prior occasions, Western Africa is unlikely to receive much Western funding.

Burnham v Streeting on health policy? How do Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting’s philosophies compare when it comes to healthcare? Steve Brine and James Bethell try to figure out what each potential Labour leadership candidate’s health ideals are.

James Bethell and Steve Brine discuss the Lady Garden Foundation’s garden and the Chelsea Flower Show and highlight just how positive an impact charities such as the foundation are making when it comes to Women’s health research.

“The best networking exercise in Britain” Steve Brine shares his love for Chelsea Flower Show, taking place this week and explains that it makes him ". James Bethell admits that he isn’t such a fan of the gardens on display but that the week provides a networking opportunity like no other.

Living longer doesn’t mean living healthier. "A new analysis says that we are now literally the second worst country when it comes to healthy longevity". This isn’t just about healthcare access anymore. It’s about the conditions people live in every day. #Health #PITNC #Access

What if the future of healthcare isn't a better hospital, but a world where you never need one in the first place? If you want to understand the intersection of politics, policy, and the future of your health, you need to subscribe to our podcast, Prevention is the New Cure.

Does the UK’s political culture have a problem with alcohol? James Bethell critiques culture and attitude to alcohol from right across the political spectrum. Do Britain's politicians have a problem with alcohol?

“It’s not behaving like COVID, flu or Measles” Steve Brine explains why despite some concerns, the risk of a major incident or epidemic due to the Hantavirus, remains low.