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My Health Focus

My Health Focus

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My Health Focus provides a wide range of health educational information through podcasts and articles, interviewing both patients, carers, healthcare professionals and charities. My Health Focus provides information to allow you to make an informed decision on your health choices, along with offering a pathway to take part in future health research such as clinical trials.

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Episodes
  • Understanding breast symptoms and what happens at a breast clinic
    May 4 2026


    In this Medmin episode, Catriona Williams is joined by Javeria Iqbal, Consultant Breast Surgeon, to discuss common breast symptoms and what to expect when attending a breast clinic.


    The conversation focuses on reassurance, early assessment and helping people understand which changes should be checked and how clinics work.


    Discussion includes:

    •Common breast symptoms and changes

    •What is considered normal and what needs checking

    •Breast self-examination and when to seek help

    •The triple assessment process

    •NHS breast screening and self-referral


    This episode is for information and education only and does not replace medical advice.



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    16 mins
  • Mental and physical effects of GLP1's
    Apr 28 2026

    In this episode, Catriona Williams speaks with personal trainer Becky Lever about protecting mental and physical health when using GLP-1 medications.


    They explore the importance of support, self-awareness and monitoring both emotional and physical changes throughout the process.


    Discussion includes:

    •Mental wellbeing during weight loss

    •Physical health and muscle maintenance

    •Side effects and seeking professional support

    •Social changes and food relationships

    •The value of journalling and reflection


    This episode is educational and does not provide medical advice.


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    9 mins
  • Autoimmune health and a whole food plant-based approach
    Apr 16 2026

    In this episode, Catriona Williams is joined by Karen Lee, nutritionist and former intensive care nurse, to discuss autoimmune conditions and the role of whole food plant-based nutrition.


    Karen shares both professional insight and lived experience following her MS diagnosis.


    Discussion includes:

    •Understanding autoimmune conditions

    •Gut health and inflammation

    •Fibre, microbiome and immune balance

    •Practical food changes and sustainability

    •Enjoying food while supporting health


    This episode is educational and not intended as medical advice.


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    34 mins
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