Podcasts: health

Have you heard of David Ho? Even if the name doesn't ring a bell, chances are you are familiar with his work. Ho is a leading Aids researcher living in the United States.

In this week’s podcast, we take a look at some everyday English. First, listen in as Anne and Hugh talk about colds, flu, and keeping healthy.

This month in the language section of Spotlight magazine, we look at the topic of first aid. We practise talking about minor injuries here on the podcast, with Spotlight Audio presenter David Creedon.

This week in our podcast, we find out why a breakthrough in scientific research might be good news for people with red hair. Doug Bolduc from the US reads the text “The color of pain”.

In countries where people are naturally pale, almost any trick will be tried to get that sun-kissed colour. The most recent trick has turned up in Ireland.

This month on Replay, we listen to what celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has to say about his latest project. The celebrity chef has been trying to improve Britain's eating habits for some years. Find out more from Replay presenter Romie Singh.

How healthy are your clothes? While Europeans and Americans worry about chemical dyes — or colouring — in their clothes, a project team in India is creating T-shirts and other garments that might actually be good for you.