The Lancet Voice
The Lancet Voice is a fortnightly podcast from the Lancet family of journals. Lancet editors and their guests unravel the stories behind the best global health, policy and clinical research of the day―and what it means for people around the world.
Podcasting since 2020 • 151 episodes
The Lancet Voice
Latest Episodes
Step counts and health outcomes - 7,000 or 10,000?
Where did the 10,000 steps recommendation come from? Why has it proven so stubborn? What's the science behind the new recommendations? How strong is the evidence?Professor Melody Ding joins Gavin to talk about her new systematic review p...
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The next generation of weight-loss drugs
It’s no exaggeration to say that the past decade has revolutionized how we think about and treat obesity. Drugs like semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound) have dominated headlines, enabling significant weight loss at speeds once consi...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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One Health
The sustainability of our existence relies on the health of every human, every animal, and the environment we all share. Published today, "The Lancet One Health Commission: harnessing our interconnectedness for equitable, sustainable, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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Proof, truth, and infectious disease
Professor Adam Kucharski joins Gavin & Jessamy to discuss the intersection of mathematics, epidemiology, and truth, off the back of his new book, Proof. How do we generate scientific knowledge? How can we communicate uncertainty? What is th...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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