Horizon Medical Education Podcast

In the final part of our Ebola Disease series, we explore emerging therapies for Bundibugyo virus disease, prognosis and predictors of survival, long-term complications in survivors, and the role of immunity and vaccination in outbreak control. We also discuss post-Ebola syndrome, viral persistence, public health prevention strategies, and have some practical case-based scenarios for you to bring...

In this episode, we revisit the principles of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and infection prevention and control (IPC) in the context of recent outbreaks including Ebola, Marburg, and other high-consequence infectious diseases. We discuss how healthcare workers can assess exposure risk, select appropriate PPE, and safely care for patients while minimising occupational transmission. Presented...

In this episode, we focus on the practical aspects of diagnosing and managing Ebola disease during an outbreak . We discuss laboratory testing, screening and risk assessment, supportive care, and the management of common complications. We also review current treatment options and the importance of early recognition and intervention in improving patient outcomes. Presented by Dr Fran Fieldhouse and...

In this episode we are discussing Ebola disease, from its origins and outbreak history including the current outbreak in the DRC and Uganda, to the biological mechanisms driving severe illness. We cover how the infection spreads, how to assess epidemiological risk and how clinicians can recognise suspected cases in practice. Presented by Dr Fran Fieldhouse and Dr Minnie Lacamp, Horizon Medical Edu...

In this episode we focus on prevention and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) including identifying risk factors, slowing disease progression and managing complications. This episode builds on part 1 and is designed for clinicians in a range of settings with particular relevance to primary care and low resource environments where early detection and intervention are critical. Presented by...

In this episode we cover the essentials of chronic kidney disease: including global burden, definition, key causes, and a practical approach to diagnosis in clinical practice and a particular focus on primary care. Presented by Dr Fran Fieldhouse and Dr Minnie Lacamp, Horizon Medical Education Key Topics Covered Definition and staging of chronic kidney disease Causes of CKD (including hypertension...

Horizon Medical Education is a new podcast delivering  concise, evidence-based audio lessons for clinicians worldwide . Designed for real-world practice, each episode provides practical clinical guidance focused on decision-making, early recognition of disease, and safe, effective management across a wide range of conditions. Created by doctors and medical educators, and shaped by feedback from cl...