Steths, Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll

Doctors Ranj, Sara, Tijion and Zoe reflect back on what they've learned and achieved in 19 weeks of podcasting in a pandemic. As the docs get ready to take a short break, they share their thoughts and personal highlights and also what they've learned from each other, medically. But there's still one bone of contention... who is right? It's Ranj vs Zoe!  

After Boris announced his new obesity plan, the doctors chew the fat about weight this week as they discuss the latest thinking behind BMI and whether it's still fit for purpose. They debate if it's ok to tell a patient, or even a friend, if they are overweight. With the numbers of people testing positive for Covid 19 on the rise, they look at whether Britain - or Sweden - has the best strategy to fight it. And as the heat is on, what's the best way to stay cool? Don't miss their top tips!

Doctors Ranj, Sara, Tijion & Zoe are joined by guest presenter and psychologist Emma Kenny for this mental health special. From sharing their own trauma and experiences to giving practical medical advice on how to deal with a panic attack, with so much anxiety and uncertainty, this is a tough but must listen episode. 

If you're affected by any of the content, head to the NHS website for helplines. 

As a doctor, you're trained and equipped with knowledge to diagnose various illnesses, just by sight. But where does the line stop and when do you stop being on duty? Would you (and should you) intervene with a stranger? At worst you could seriously offend them, at best you could save their life. Hear the doctors' opinions on that plus whether the covid vaccine should be compulsory and what a limp handshake could say about your liver. 

Everyday seems to bring a new change to the lowdown law so what can and can't you do to stay safe and what the hell is this about 30 people in a bubble?! Doctors Ranj, Sara, Tijion & Zoe attempt to set the record in their informed but informal medical way! 

As one quarter of the biggest girl band on the planet, Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has a jetsetter life, and then some. But how does she manage her busy and demanding schedule with her health and wellbeing? What's her biggest health phobia and is she guilty of turning to doctor google? And as her bandmate Leigh-Anne is pictured at a Black Lives Matter protest, what is Jesy's take on it all? Find out as she joins doctors Tijion, Sara, Zoe and Ranj for a health consultation. Plus with temperature scanners set to become a normal part of our everyday life, is a fever actually a bad thing and what's the best way to manage one? 

As thousands of protestors take to the streets across the globe to voice their feelings and show support for Black Lives Matter, doctors Ranj, Sara, TJ & Zoe share their thoughts on the topic and whether it's right to be ignoring social distancing rules. Dr Zoe also shares why she's had a life changing revelation and wants to go back on something she said in episode 10. And it wouldn't be a typical SDaRR podcast if we didn't throw in a healthy dose of sex, banter and humour, after all, laughter is the best medicine and it's just what the doctors ordered.

From Monday, England will allow six people to socially distance in gardens and public spaces. But will this be obeyed or broken? Could it cause a second wave and forfeit our sacrifices? Is one little cuddle really the end of the world? The doctors also discuss the death of black American, George Floyd, and how they've tackled racism throughout their lives. Finally, as always - ending on a high, can you guess which doctor was seeing two people at the same time and got caught? Even though this doctor says they weren't exclusive (like Ross from Friends who once yelped, "We were on a break!")

In last week’s episode of Steths, Drugs & Rock 'n' Roll, Dr Sara wasn't sure if she was beginning labour or just having a bad case of wind! Turns out, she was actually having her baby and gave birth to beautiful little baby Harris hours later. Sara joins us and tells us all about giving birth at home, Ranj tells us why now is the best time to do an STI test while in lockdown and for the first time we answer your questions! 

After Prime Minister Boris Johnson delivered his plans for what life will look like in England post lockdown, it left most people confused, nervous and with more questions than answers. So this week we discuss what steps you're allowed to take if you're planning on visiting a loved one, advice if you are taking public transport and we talk about the government's U-turn on wearing face masks. Oh and the best part, is Dr Sara in labour or having a serious case of wind?