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BBC Radio 4
Room 5
What happens when a diagnosis changes everything? One afternoon, Helena Merriman walked into a doctor's surgery and was given a shock diagnosis. In this series, she interviews people who – like her-were changed by a diagnosis. Told through an immersive sound design, this intimate series shines a light on misunderstood conditions, asking how we cope when our bodies and our minds no longer behave as we want them to.
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4.7 stars from 137 ratings
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“A compelling and well-put together podcast exploring the human side of life-changing medical diagnoses. Helena has chosen to explore a range of rarer mental and physical conditions, presenting them as mysteries that are gradually understood and treated. I was in awe of the bravery of the people...”Read full review »
M_a_z via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/12/24
Always surprising
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“I love this podcast. I’m a medical nerd initially and approached each episode thinking I could anticipate the diagnoses. I did get a few but the majority were a surprise or shock. The episode I guessed within the first minute was Holly’s story from series 2 because it is also my story. I have...”Read full review »
.wednesday. via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/23
Absorbing and moving
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“These little snippets into the real worlds of a variety of people with rare health problems are fascinating, moving and just so interesting. The host Helen is excellent. Stories for those who want to know more than just their own corner of life, for those with illnesses who want to relate, and...”Read full review »
lulucrumble via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/17/23
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Room 5 LIVE at Hay Festival with screenwriter Abi Morgan.
In this special episode of Room 5, recorded in front of a live audience at Hay Festival, Helena Merriman speaks to Abi Morgan - the BAFTA and Emmy-award winning playwright and screenwriter whose credits include The Iron Lady,...
Published 12/28/22
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