Title: Inside Health

Episode Summary

A novel non-hormonal medication has recently received approval for managing menopausal hot flushes. By modulating the body’s thermoregulatory signals, this treatment offers a viable option on the NHS in England for patients who are unable to utilize hormone replacement therapy.

James begins by exploring the subjective experience of hot flushes before examining the clinical evidence alongside resident GP Dr. Margaret McCartney.

Later in the program, James interviews Dr. Manjula Meda, a microbiologist leading an innovative initiative. Her research suggests that hospital water systems may serve as incubators for antimicrobial resistance. To combat this, she is implementing the removal of sinks from wards. The episode investigates whether this radical approach is both safe and effective.

Finally, addressing a topic often shrouded in silence, the show turns its attention to flatulence. James speaks with Professor Brantley Hall from the University of Maryland, who has created a "fart detector" designed to measure emissions to assess gut health. In the spirit of scientific inquiry, James volunteers to wear the device for three days.

Credits

• Presenter: James Gallagher
• Producers: Alice Lipscombe-Southwell and Gerry Holt
• Content Editor: Ilan Goodman
• Production Coordinator: Stuart Laws

Inside Health is produced by the BBC’s Audio Science Unit in partnership with The Open University. For more information, visit the Programme Website.

Source: BBC News Generated at: 2026-03-31 09:00:00 UTC