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88. Drugs in Space!


Author: Steve Brine & James Bethell March 12, 2026 Duration: 43:02
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88. Drugs in Space!
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In this episode of Prevention is the New Cure, former Health Ministers Steve Brine and Lord James Bethell join from around the world: James from Blackpool and Steve from North Macedonia.


They dive into the looming GP contract ballot and the threat of industrial action, the "quiet war" on air pollution, and the surprising health outcomes of North Macedonia. James shares a personal announcement regarding his future in the House of Lords and his decision to step away from the hereditary peerage to focus on health innovation.


Stay tuned until the end to hear about the "Pigs in Space" of medicine: manufacturing cancer drugs in microgravity.


In this episode, we discuss:

  • The health disparity between Blackpool and Notting Hill.
  • The BMA GP contract referendum: Is a "work to rule" coming?
  • Why Lord Bethell is leaving the House of Lords.
  • Air quality: From "dirty air denier" to clean air evangelist.
  • Bio-Orbit and the future of protein folding and drugs made in space.

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