NHS doctor and TV personality Dr Ranj Singh has teamed up with healthcare professionals at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin for a new podcast.
The four-part series encourages local people to ‘Think which service’ before deciding which local NHS service is right for their medical need.
Produced by Voiceworks, the podcast has been launched during Mental Health Awareness Week, helping to encourage residents to seek the right care, at the right time and in the right place.
A series of topics are covered through engaging conversation with local health professionals Dr Charlotte Hart, local GP and Clinical Director of Shrewsbury Primary Care Network and Nigel Dugmore, superintendent pharmacist at Donnington Pharmacy in Telford.
Speaking about the campaign, Dr Ranj Singh said: “I’m delighted to be involved as it’s so important to spread these important messages.
“There is a wide range of NHS services available to help people, not just A&E and GPs. These podcasts explore how people can access the most suitable services for them and will feature local doctors, pharmacists, mental health professionals, nurses and more.
“Join me and my healthcare professional guests as we explore how we can ensure residents across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin get the right care at the right time.”
Dr Nick White, Chief Medical Officer at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, added: “People across our county are being encouraged to ‘Think Which Service’ before acting when deciding on which local service is right for their healthcare need.
“The new podcast series is an innovative way of reaching all our audiences, including the younger generation, to spread key NHS messages.
“These podcasts are particularly important as we head into the Bank Holiday weekend, and several days of junior doctor industrial action. All our services will be under significant pressure, particularly A&E, and we need to help patients choose which service is most appropriate for their health concern.
“We’re asking people to think Minor Injuries Units before A&E and to check NHS 111 online for advice on where to go for help. Please keep the ambulance service and A&E for life threatening emergencies only, such as heart attack, stroke and severe respiratory distress. You can find out more on the Think Which Service website.”
Director of Content at Voiceworks, Kyle Evans commented: “Our production team have thoroughly enjoyed working with Dr Ranj and the NHS on this new Think series. We’ve learnt a lot about the practical things we can all do to help take care of our own health and mental wellbeing and we hope listeners find it beneficial.”
All episodes of Think which service with Dr Ranj Singh are available to listen now.
