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Talk Evidence Covid-19 Update - Lockdown, a spoonful of honey, and weight loss

Talk Evidence Covid-19 Update - Lockdown, a spoonful of honey, and weight loss

Medicine and Science from The BMJ

August 28, 202033m 2s

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Show Notes

There are have been local lockdowns in the UK, in places such as Oldham, Birmingham, Manchester – but what is the criteria for making that decision? In the non-Covid world: does honey alleviate symptoms in upper-respiratory tract infections? When does unexpected weight-loss warrant further investigation for cancer in primary care?

Plus, in the light of findings from the Cumberlege review of safety in medical devices, the team discuss the issue of doctors’ declaration of interests.