5. Books, Poetry, Scandal, Writing

5. Books, Poetry, Scandal, Writing

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7. Bonus Episode - Extra Dose

Right, roll up your sleeve, it’s time for an extra dose of Best Medicine!This is a special episode of unheard bits that couldn’t be squeezed into Series 2, featuring more fascinating medical insights, extended bits and a whole Petri dish of jokes – some more cultured than others. ...  Show more

6. Pain Management, Organoids, Prosthetic Leg Covers

Joining Kiri this week is comedian Desiree Burch who explains the best ways to cope with pain following surgery. Dr Abdullah Khan engineers mini versions of human organs in a dish to enable more effective testing of new medical treatments, and Mark Williams shows off personalised ...  Show more

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