Doctor Nik - The Boom Doctor
Dr. Nik Kendrew casts his informed eye over some of the medical stories covered by the press. (At present, this is only playable through this site and cannot yet be subscribed to.)
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Episodes
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Too much of this sweet can increase your blood pressure
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at a sweet treat that is best to avoid if you've got high blood pressure.
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Reliable screening of prostate cancer
Tuesday, 24 March 2026
Dr Nik assesses the latest research into a reliable screening test for prostate cancer
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Recurring water infections? They could increase your cancer risk
Thursday, 19 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at research into recurring water infections and when further investigation is needed
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The difficult conversation..... talking about our mortality.
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at how to broach one of those last taboos - talking about our mortality.
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Could cheese and leafy greens be affecting your meds?
Thursday, 12 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at how foods like cheese and leafy greens can interfere with common medications
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Feed a cold, starve a fever
Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Dr Nik tests the old adage - feed a cold starve a fever.
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Heart failure or a heart attack? Dr Nik explores the differences
Thursday, 5 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at the symptoms of heart failure and the difference between heart failure and a heart attack.
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Grapefruit Juice - It could be dangerous if you're on certain medications
Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Dr Nik looks at why grapefruit and some prescription drugs don't mix.
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The Mediterranean diet. It could save you from a stroke
Thursday, 26 February 2026
Dr Nik looks at new research which finds that a mediterranean diet is even better for us than was previously thought!
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Fibre - What is it, why do we need it and how do we get it?
Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Fibre is really good for us but few of us have enough in our diets - Dr Nik looks at why we need it and how to get it.
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Are your indigestion meds too strong?
Thursday, 19 February 2026
Dr Nik asks are you taking a higher dose than you need to when it comes to drugs prescribed for indigestion?
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Trying to lose that visceral fat? Green tea could help
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
Dr Nik looks at a recent report in The Mirror that says green tea could help you reduce visceral fat in your body
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Throat cancer - important symptoms to look out for
Thursday, 12 February 2026
Dr Nik looks at the rise in the number of cases throat cancer being diagnosed late and the symptoms to look out for.
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Reduce your risk of cancer with a slim waist and exercise
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Dr Nik looks at research that suggests keeping a slim waist and exercise combined can reduce our risk of cancer.
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Could the shingles vaccination also protect you from dementia
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Dr Nik looks at research suggesting the shingles vaccination could protect against developing dementia.
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Droopy face, can't raise their arms or slurred speech? Call 999 FAST
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Dr Nik talks about calling 999 FAST if someone shows even one sign they're having a stroke
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Drug fear mongering. Are the side effects as bad as they say?
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at a variety of scary stories in the papers about side effects of common prescription drugs
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The prescription drug that could increase the risk of developing dementia.
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at research into a prescription drug that could increase the risk of developing dementia.
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Could taking up a hobby help you live longer?
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at thow taking up an artistic hobby could help you live longer.
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The pro's, cons and health benefits of red wine
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at the pros and cons of red wine - and suggests alternative ways of getting similar health benefits without the downsides of drinking alcohol.
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Is dry January really worth it?
Thursday, 15 January 2026
Dr Nik asks is doing dry January is really worth it?
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Exercise for the brain
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at research showing that exercise is good for our brains - particularly after the age of 65.
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The health benefits of connecting with nature.
Thursday, 8 January 2026
Dr Nik looks at the health benefits of connecting with nature.
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The 'Game Changer' anti smoking pill
Tuesday, 6 January 2026
Dr Nik assesses a pill to help smokers give up.
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Cranberries at Christmas? Dr Nik looks at the health benefits
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
Dr Nik takes a festive look at the health benefits of cranberries
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An easy, healthy tip that will get your morning off to a great start.
Thursday, 18 December 2025
Dr Nik has a healthy tip that will get your morning off to a great start.
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Bacon has been labelled a health food - Is It?
Tuesday, 16 December 2025
Dr Nik takes a look at a recent survey talking about the health benefits of bacon
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Sir David Attenborough and one of the keys to a long life
Thursday, 11 December 2025
Dr Nik talks about what Sir David Attenborough reckons is one of the keys to a long life.
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Dr Nik looks at research that suggests that nuts are good for our brain.
Tuesday, 9 December 2025
Dr Nik looks at research that suggests that nuts are good for our brain.
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Dr Nik looks at new research linking diet and bowel cancer.
Thursday, 4 December 2025
Dr Nik looks at new research linking diet and bowel cancer.
