The Health Equity Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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This episode of the Health Equity Podcast, hosted by Tracey O’Neill, features Dr Patricia Masterson Algar from Bangor University discussing young carers who support people living with dementia. It explores research on peer support funded by Health and Care Research Wales, showing how it helps reduce isolation and provides practical and emotional support. The conversation highlights the often unseen challenges young carers face, including impacts on education, social life, and future plans, while stressing the importance of digital support. It also emphasises better identification of hidden carers and the value of involving young people in designing support. Overall, the episode calls for greater awareness and more equitable access to support for young carers

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In this episode of the Health Equity Podcast, Tracey O’Neill speaks with Dr Ceryl Teleri Davies, social worker, academic and Research Wales Advanced Fellow at Bangor University.

Drawing on her doctoral research with young people in North Wales, Dr Davies explores how harmful gendered social norms shape attitudes towards relationships, masculinity and femininity. The conversation examines how abuse can sit on a continuum, from minimised behaviours and online harassment to coercive control and violence, and how normalisation allows that continuum to persist.

They discuss why violence against women and girls must be understood as a public health issue, not a private matter, and why prevention requires a whole community approach. This includes schools, families, practitioners, policymakers and crucially the inclusion of boys and young men as part of meaningful change.

The episode also introduces Dr Davies’ current international research on enhancing cervical screening care for women living with the impacts of sexual violence and abuse, including work across the UK, Sweden and Australia. The focus is on developing and evaluating compassionate, trauma informed models of care shaped by women’s lived experience.

This is a rigorous and honest discussion about power, control, prevention and what real systems change requires.

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This episode of Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare features a conversation hosted by our very own Dr. Lorelei Jones with Dr. Emma Hosking, Medical Director of an Integrated Care Community in North Wales. Dr. Hosking discusses the importance of systems leadership in improving population health, emphasising collaboration, mutual appreciation, and a holistic approach to patient care. She shares insights on navigating the complexities of the healthcare system, bridging the gap between different care settings, and fostering a compassionate culture among healthcare professionals.  Learn how systems thinking can enhance the patient journey and lead to more effective and rewarding healthcare outcomes for both patients and providers.

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Navigating the complexities of organ donation: This week's episode of Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare explores the UK's opt-out organ donation system. Dr. Leah McLaughlin from Bangor University shares her insights from evaluating the opt-out system in Wales and England.  We discuss the unexpected challenges faced by families during the donation process, explore how legislation can inadvertently introduce complexities, and discuss the ways to improve communication, public awareness, and ultimately, increase the life-saving gift of organ donation. We also compare the UK experience to that of Spain, which has achieved higher rates through a long-standing opt-out system and further societal factors. 

Explore more information here; https://piru.ac.uk/research/completed-projects/evaluation-of-changes-to-organ-donation-legislation-in-england.html

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This episode of Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare features Rakesh Kumar MBE, a clinical specialist physiotherapist and lecturer at Bangor University. Rakesh shares his inspiring journey, highlighting the significant health disparities faced by minority communities, particularly within the South Asian diaspora. He discusses the cultural barriers to preventative healthcare, the success of his Community Swimming Learning Project, and strategies for promoting healthier lifestyles and behaviour change. 

Learn how cultural understanding and community engagement are vital for addressing health inequities in Wales and beyond.

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In this episode, our host Tracey engages in a discussion with Dr. Mike Brady, Consultant Paramedic and Assistant Clinical Director at the Welsh Ambulance Service. With a robust background in clinical practice and telehealth, Dr. Brady delves into the profound impact of remote clinical care in today's healthcare landscape. The conversation explores the benefits, including increased accessibility and convenience for patients. Additionally, Dr. Brady addresses challenges such as the need for evidence-based practices, proper training for healthcare professionals, and the implications of socioeconomic barriers on equitable access. 

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Yn y sgwrs hon rhwng Dr Catrin Hedd Jones, Goruchwyliwr Ôl Radd, a Catrin Roberts, bydwraig brofiadol a myfyrwraig Doethuriaeth Broffesiynol, mae'r ddau yn trafod pwysigrwydd iaith yn ystod y profiad geni. Yn y bennod ddwy ran o 'Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare', sydd yn Gymraeg a Saesneg, rydym yn archwilio ymchwil arloesol Catrin Roberts ar ddefnydd y famiaith yn ystod esgor a geni yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae ei hastudiaeth, o'r enw "Mamiaith yn yr Ystafell Geni: Profiad Merched a Bydwragedd," yn archwilio sut mae dewis iaith yn effeithio ar famau a gweithwyr gofal iechyd proffesiynol mewn lleoliad glinigol ddwyieithog. Trafodwyd y llenyddiaeth lleol ac yn rhyngwladol gan gynnwys sut ymgymerodd yr ymchwil yn y maes clinigol ar heriau sydd yno. Mae canlyniadau eto i ddod ond mae ystod o sgwrs am yr effaith cadarnhaol, fel boddhad bydwragedd, effaith ar ferched ar y pryd ac yn hir dymor a potensial i weithredu newid yn y maes, yn Nghymru ac yn rhyngwladol. Mae trosolwg ar y cwrs ai ofynion, ac trafodaeth sydd yn plethu lles, iaith a diwylliant, trwy gyfnod arwyddocaol merch. P'un a ydych chi'n weithiwr gofal iechyd proffesiynol, yn rhiant beichiog, neu'n â diddordeb mewn iaith a diwylliant, mae'r sgwrs hon yn rhoi cipolwg gwerthfawr ar rôl iaith frodorol wrth greu profiadau geni cadarnhaol.

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[Part 1 of 2 ] In this conversation between Dr Catrin Hedd Jones, Post Graduate Supervisor, and Catrin Roberts, an experienced midwife and Professional Doctorate Student, the two discuss the importance of language use in and during childbirth. In this two-part episode of 'Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare', recorded in both English and Welsh, we explore Catrin Roberts' groundbreaking research on the use of native language during labour and birth in North Wales. Her study, titled "Mother Tongue in the Birth Room: Women and Midwives' Experience," examines how language choice impacts both mothers and healthcare professionals in bilingual settings. Discover the potential implications for patient experience, safety, and midwife retention, and learn how this research could influence healthcare policies beyond Wales. This episode offers a unique perspective on the intersection of language, culture, and healthcare, highlighting the importance of effective communication during one of life's most significant moments. Whether you're a healthcare professional, expectant parent, or simply interested in language and culture, this conversation provides valuable insights into the role of native language in creating positive birth experiences

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​Join us for another episode of 'Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare' featuring Professor Charles Musselwhite from Aberystwyth University.​ Professor Musselwhite shares his expertise on the intricate relationships between ageing, transportation, and community wellbeing. Discover how our increasingly car-dependent society impacts older adults' mobility and social connections, and learn about the crucial role of 'community capital' in healthy ageing, particularly in rural areas. Professor Musselwhite discusses the characteristics of an age-friendly society challenges common stereotypes about older drivers, and offers valuable insights for planners and policymakers. This episode provides insight into how our built environment and transportation systems can be designed to promote health, social interaction, and quality of life as we age.

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In this latest episode of Let's Talk Preventative Healthcare, we explore the crucial topic of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their impact on health outcomes. Our host, Tracey is joined by Dr Kate Ford, a research fellow at Bangor University and research lead at the Public Health Collaborating Centre with Public Health Wales. Dr Ford shares insights from a decade of groundbreaking research on ACEs in Wales, discussing the first Welsh ACE study conducted in 2015 and its significant findings. She explains how ACEs affect individuals throughout their lives and highlights the ongoing work in schools and health services to prevent ACEs and provide trauma-informed care. This episode offers extremely valuable knowledge for anyone interested in public health, childhood development, and the long-term effects of early life experiences on overall well-being 

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