Women’s Heart Health: Understanding Sex-Specific Cardiovascular Risk
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
Release Date: 06/22/2026
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this episode, Habib Naqvi explores the current state of race and health inequalities in the UK. Marking the fifth anniversary of the NHS Race and Health Observatory, he reflects on how the conversation around health equity has evolved, discusses the persistent disparities affecting ethnic minority communities, examines the role of healthcare systems and wider social determinants, and addresses the misconceptions that continue to hinder progress towards equitable healthcare.
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In this rapid-fire episode, Habib Naqvi answers key questions on health equity, race and the future of the NHS. From the most overlooked determinants of health and common misconceptions about health inequalities to leadership, the achievements of the NHS Race and Health Observatory, and the changes needed to create a fairer healthcare system, this episode offers concise insights for anyone interested in improving health outcomes and advancing equity.
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This program is non-promotional and is sponsored by Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The content contained in this program was jointly developed by AMJ, the speakers, and Sanofi and Regeneron, and is not eligible for continuing medical education (CME) credits. The speakers were compensated by Sanofi and Regeneron in connection with this program. COPD trial outcomes are not all equal, yet conventional endpoints can make it difficult to weigh severe events, exacerbations, lung function, and symptom burden within a single clinical picture. In this AMJ podcast, Sanjay...
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In the final episode, Veeru Kasivisvanathan discusses the future of prostate cancer diagnosis, including AI-assisted MRI interpretation, genomic risk prediction, polygenic risk scores, and the opportunities and challenges of population screening. Discover how precision technologies could reshape prostate cancer care over the next decade. Timestamps: 00:57 – AI and MRI 02:25 – PARADIGM study 02:51 – Large-scale MRI screening 04:56 – Genomics and polygenic risk scores 06:45 – Future optimism of prostate cancer
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Veeru Kasivisvanathan joins host Catherine Glass to discuss how MRI-first pathways have transformed prostate cancer diagnosis. Discover how the landmark PRECISION trial reshaped clinical practice, why targeted biopsy improves diagnostic accuracy, and how clinicians are balancing precision with access as MRI becomes the new standard. Timestamps: 01:05 – Traditional diagnostic approaches 02:55 – PRECISION trial 05:03 – MRI challenges
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Veeru Kasivisvanathan joins host Catherine Glass to discuss how MRI-first pathways have transformed prostate cancer diagnosis. Discover how the landmark PRECISION trial reshaped clinical practice, why targeted biopsy improves diagnostic accuracy, and how clinicians are balancing precision with access as MRI becomes the new standard. 01:05 – Traditional diagnostic approaches 02:55 – PRECISION trial 05:03 – MRI challenges
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In this rapid-fire episode, Veeru Kasivisvanathan answers key questions on prostate cancer diagnosis, MRI, prostate biopsy, overdiagnosis, AI, and future innovations. From common misconceptions to emerging technologies, this concise episode delivers expert insights into one of the fastest-evolving areas of urology.
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In this episode, Anna Caldwell speaks with paediatric allergist and immunologist Zachary Rubin about the rise of medical misinformation, vaccine hesitancy, and the opportunities and challenges of social media in healthcare. They discuss common allergy myths, how clinicians can effectively communicate evidence-based medicine online, and what patients can do to prepare for the 2026 allergy season.
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In this episode of Hema Now, Megan Melody speaks about the evolution of CAR-T cell therapy and its impact on lymphoma care. She explores the major advances that have transformed outcomes for patients with relapsed and refractory disease, the unanswered questions shaping current research, and the practical challenges of building successful cellular therapy programmes. The conversation also covers equitable access to treatment, the role of quality standards and accreditation, personalised approaches to CAR-T therapy, and the importance of...
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What does the future hold for kidney stone management? In Part 3, David S. Goldfarb explores disparities in care, promising areas of research, and the move towards more personalised approaches to prevention and treatment. He also discusses the impact of climate change on kidney stone risk and shares why he remains optimistic about the future of kidney stone care. Timestamps: 00:46 – Global warming 02:23 – Emerging research/treatments 03:57 – Asymptomatic kidney stones 04:58 – Broad, empiric approach to treatment 08:29 – Occupation as a risk factor for kidney stones 09:56 –...
info_outlineSharonne N. Hayes joins host Saranya Ravindran to discuss how cardiovascular disease presents differently in women. From pregnancy-related complications and menopause to microvascular disease and gaps in clinician education, this episode explores the importance of sex-specific cardiovascular care.
Timestamps:
1:04 – Sex-specific differences
2:43 – Pregnancy and preeclampsia
4:38 – Historic underdiagnosis
7:00 – Menopause and hormones
10:04 – Education and training