Exit interview with Fiona Godlee

Exit interview with Fiona Godlee

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Household air pollution, Labour’s lag on child poverty, children forced to cope with conflict

As public health officials warn about rising emissions from urban wood burning, a BMJ investigation finds that just under a third of UK councils in high use areas have faced pressure from the stove industry to tone down or withdraw campaigns. Almost a third of UK children live in ...  Show more

Measles is surging in 2026. From London to Texas, why are cases hitting a 30-year high?

In this episode, we investigate the alarming resurgence of measles across North America and the UK. While cases are falling across much of Europe and Asia, North America is seeing explosive outbreaks fueled by vaccine hesitancy and political shifts. We break down the 2026 crisis: ...  Show more

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