Coughy Break
Coughy Break is a show written and hosted by two GPs from Dorset in the UK. We will give you helpful and easy to digest health and wellness information, in a fun and enjoyable way.
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- 7
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- Sep 21, 2026
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- Jul 6, 2026
Latest episodes
The Sweet Spot: Making Sense of Type 2 Diabetes Medications - September 2026 (opens the original)
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And now, time for a Coughy Break! Welcomeback to Coughy Break! Managing type 2 diabetes can often feel overwhelming, especially with the wide variety of tablets, injections, and treatments available today. In this special episode, Dr Geoff Hamp and Dr Sam McGinley are joined by two fantastic Diabetes Specialist Nurses, Sue and Hayley, to take a deep dive into type 2 diabetes medications. Together,they break down the different types of medications used to manage the condition, how they work in th
Breathtakingly Tired- Understanding Sleep Apnoea - September 2026 (opens the original)
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And now, time for a Coughy Break! Welcome back to Coughy Break! Loud snoring, daytime tiredness, or waking up gasping for air? Sleep apnoea is far more than just a noisy night's sleep—it's a condition that can seriously impact your health and daily life. In this episode, Dr Geoff Hamp and Dr Sam McGinley look into obstructive sleep apnoea. Dr Geoff and Dr Sam explain what actually happens when you stop breathing in your sleep, who is most at risk, how it gets diagnosed, and the treatments that c
No Pressure- Making sense of blood pressure medications - September 2026 (opens the original)
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And now, time for a Coughy Break! Welcome back to Coughy Break! We are back for Season 2! In this season premiere, Dr Geoff Hamp and Dr Sam McGinley kick things off by diving into the world of blood pressure medications. High blood pressure is one of the most common medical conditions out there, but with so many different blood pressure medications available, how do they actually work? Dr Geoff and Dr Sam break down why keeping your blood pressure in check is so vital, what the different types o
Discharge Summary- Season One Finale - August 2026 (opens the original)
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And now, time for a Coughy Break! Welcome back to Coughy Break! It's the end of season one already! In this episode Dr Geoff Hamp and Dr Sam McGinley look back at the last 27 episodes of season one, and look forward to what comes in season two. And, as always, we've got some myths to bust. So, what do the doctors think of ice baths, oil wrapping, powder swallowing, and jaw taping? Listen in to find out. If you have any suggestions for topics you would like covered, any comments or ideas, or even
Prescription: Fresh Air- The hidden power of a healthy walk - August 2026 (opens the original)
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And now, time for a Coughy Break! Welcome back to Coughy Break! You join us for the penultimate episode of Season 1 and for this special occasion, Dr Geoff Hamp and Dr Sam McGinley have stepped out of the studio to discuss the proven health benefits of a healthy walk. It doesn't have to be a hike, a marathon, or even more than 5 minutes, but there's good evidence for the health benefits of being outside in a green space and spending some time there. Dr Geoff and Dr Sam might even stop for a Grea
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