46. Social care long grass and a liberal view on drugs with Norman Lamb

46. Social care long grass and a liberal view on drugs with Norman Lamb

Author: Steve Brine & James Bethell January 14, 2025 Duration: 47:24
Steve's Conservative / Lib-Dem coalition colleague, Norman Lamb, co-hosts the first episode of 2025. The pair talk NHS winter crisis, social care 'reform, drug consumption rooms and 'sickness to prevention'. Email podcast@stevebrine.com or find us on social media for feedback and suggestions.

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Prevention is the New Cure is a health and politics podcast hosted by former UK Health Ministers Steve Brine & James Bethell. Drawing on their experience inside government, they unpack how political decisions shape the NHS, public health, fitness, and everyday wellbeing. Each week, listeners can expect thoughtful conversations on prevention - from tackling chronic disease and obesity to mental health, social care, and the future of healthcare funding. With candid reflections, behind-the-scenes insight, and expert guests, the show explores what needs to change so that staying well becomes as important as treating illness. Whether you follow health policy, work in the system, or just care about living longer, healthier lives, this is your place to listen episodes that challenge, inform, and inspire.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 96

Prevention is the New Cure
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2. Cancer special w/ Cally Palmer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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1. Podcast from across the pond [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Pilot [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Helen and Steve talk strikes, prevention and the start of an interactive "pod surgery". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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