No Appointment Necessary

People are living longer… but are we actually living healthier?

This week, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan go into the booming world of longevity, wellness trends and healthy ageing, separating science from “bakwas”. They talk everything from vaping to vitamin drips, NAD injections, supplements and HRT, looking at what genuinely helps us live longer and feel better… and what’s just expensive marketing?

Dr Amir gives us the five pillars that really matter for long-term health, he explains why loneliness can be as dangerous as smoking, and the worrying health trends facing younger generations today.

In Chat GP, there’s a listener question about childhood constipation, including why it happens and what parents should know early.

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The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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In this important episode of No Appointment Necessary, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look at the symptoms of the five gynaecological cancers every woman should know (ovarian, cervical, womb, vaginal and vulval cancer).

They cover everything from bloating and unusual discharge to bleeding after sex and changes in your body that are often dismissed as “normal”. They also explain the warning signs you should never ignore, why early detection matters, and the reason so many women are diagnosed too late.

Plus, cervical screenings, HPV, smear tests, menopause, HRT, embarrassment around intimate health, and why knowing your normal could genuinely save your life.

In Chat GP, Dr Amir answers a question on tinnitus and whether menopause hormones could be linked!?

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We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey tackle one of the UK's most common health complaints... exhaustion! Not everyday tiredness, but the kind that even a good night's sleep simply doesn't fix.

They cover the science of sleep cycles and why brain fog is a symptom rather than a condition. Dr Amir also separates the evidence from the noise on electrolyte supplements and the salt water trend, and explains exactly when persistent fatigue becomes a red flag worth taking seriously.

💬 Got a question for Chat GP? Email: [email protected]

We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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Cholesterol is one of those things you'll have heard of, but how much do you really know about it? Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look at what cholesterol is, why your liver makes most of it regardless of your diet, and what your blood test results are actually telling you. Dr Amir also covers the difference between HDL and LDL, when statins are worth considering, and why being slim is no guarantee of a healthy heart. Plus, seed oils, and saturated fat.

💬 Got a question for Chat GP? Email: [email protected]

We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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Let's talk about sex, baby. This week Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan are tackling all the questions you've been too embarrassed to ask your GP... and the answers will surprise you!

We cover everything from painful sex and why it's common but never normal, to what bleeding after sex really means, the truth about STIs like chlamydia and the rising rates of syphilis, and why you should absolutely get a mirror out on a Saturday night (trust us).

Dr Amir also tells us about erectile dysfunction and why it can be the very first warning sign of heart disease or type 2 diabetes, what Viagra actually does (and doesn't do), the real story on testosterone for women, and why low libido is so much more complicated than a single pill can fix.

Plus, lube, performance anxiety in the age of porn, and a surprisingly passionate defence of the humble flannel

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💬 Got a question for Chat GP? Email: [email protected]

We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

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The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down exactly what happens to your brain, heart, gut, hormones and immune system when stress becomes chronic. They explain why you can't just "calm down," why you're waking up at 3am, and why weight gain isn't always your fault. Plus, is cortisol tummy actually real?

💬 Got a question for Chat GP? Email us [email protected]

We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

Have an itchy, irritated scalp? Polytar, trusted by doctors for over 60 years, can help treat dandruff, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis at the source. Head to polytar.co.uk and use code Appointment10 for 10% off. Always Read the Label.

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan are talking about something most of us know all too well... being completely glued to our phones!

Doom scrolling, broken concentration, bad sleep, stress, eye strain and “tech neck”, they discuss what too much screen time is actually doing to our brains and bodies (and what’s just hype).

They also get into blue light, social media overwhelm, and some realistic ways to cut back without pretending we all live off-grid and read books by candlelight.

We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab.

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Have an itchy, irritated scalp? Polytar, trusted by doctors for over 60 years, can help treat dandruff, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis at the source. Head to polytar.co.uk and use code Appointment10 for 10% off. Always Read the Label.

Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Email: [email protected]

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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We eat up to 50,000 microplastic particles every year, but what is that actually doing to our bodies? In this week's check-in, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down everything you need to know about microplastics - what they are, how they get into our bodies, and what the latest science really says.

They also cover the practical stuff, such as why you should never microwave food in plastic, what synthetic gym wear might be doing to your skin, whether filtering your water actually helps, and simple swaps that can reduce your exposure, without losing your mind over it!

New episodes of No Appointment Necessary drop every Tuesday.

This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at linwoodshealthfoods.com

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The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

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Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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What is a normal period, and when should you be concerned?

Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down everything you’ve probably never been properly told, looking at everything from heavy bleeding and painful cramps to PMS, PMDD and irregular cycles.

Why do so many women live with symptoms they think are “just part of it”? When is a period actually a sign that something’s wrong? And what should you be looking out for before it starts affecting your health?

New episodes of No Appointment Necessary drop every Tuesday.

This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at linwoodshealthfoods.com

Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic?

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The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

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We all know the feeling… it’s nearly 8am, you’re redialling the surgery trying to get a GP appointment, and somehow it feels harder than ever to actually see a doctor. So why is it like this?

This is exactly why we started No Appointment Necessary, to give you a weekly check-in with a real GP where you can hear what’s actually happening behind the scenes in modern healthcare.

In this special episode, Dr Amir Khan, a practicing GP in Bradford, explains the reality of being a GP today, the huge demand on surgeries, the pressure doctors are under, and why getting an appointment can sometimes feel so difficult. Cherry Healey brings the patient perspective, asking the questions so many of you will be thinking!

New episodes of No Appointment Necessary drop every Tuesday.

This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at linwoodshealthfoods.com

Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic?

Email: [email protected]

The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information.

A Made You Look Studios Production. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones

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