No Appointment Necessary

In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey cut through the myths around immunity and flu, including why you can’t boost your immune system, the role of gut health, vitamin D, stress and ventilation. Dr Amir and Cherry explain what’s really making people ill, and the simple habits that can reduce your risk this winter. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman he...

We’re giving you a peak behind the curtain as we share our first ever pilot episode of No Appointment Necessary, and it’s very fitting if you're doing Dry January. Join Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan as they take a look at alcohol. What it actually does to your body, your brain, and your hormones. Find out why women get drunk faster than men (and how your menstrual cycle, perimenopause and menopau...

Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey open the surgery doors once again and answer your real health questions. We answer your questions on migraines, health anxiety, joint pain, bunions, strength training in later life and the everyday symptoms many people worry about but don’t always ask their GP. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at ⁠randoxhealth.com⁠...

What do early morning wake ups, cold painful hands, menopausal weight gain and cholesterol warnings all have in common? In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey open the surgery doors and answer real questions sent in by listeners. From cortisol and poor sleep, Raynaud’s phenomenon, menopause and muscle loss, to sex drive mismatches, pregnancy discomfort and preparing for knee replacement s...

In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey explore the real physical impact of grief and loss, from bereavement and miscarriage to heartbreak, job loss and losing a pet. Dr Amir explains why grief can cause symptoms like chest pain, palpitations, digestive problems, anxiety, low immunity and exhaustion, and he reveals the science behind Broken Heart Syndrome, a very real medical condition tri...

In this episode of No Appointment Necessary, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look into one of the most important topics in modern health... your brain! From brain fog and menopause to Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss, stress and sleep, they share practical advice you can start using today. And can you really cut your risk of dementia by 60%? Dr Amir breaks down the latest research, and the simple...

In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey discuss ADHD in women and girls, why it’s so often missed or misdiagnosed, and how hormones, perimenopause and menopause can make symptoms dramatically worse. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstan...

Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey talk about the latest trends in beauty with skin, hair and nails. What actually works, what’s a waste of money, and how your hormones, age, and lifestyle play a bigger role than any viral product. From hyaluronic acid vs ceramides, to SPF truths, gel nails safety, perimenopause acne, hair thinning, and the reality of the beauty industry targeting children, this is yo...

In this episode, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan talk about anxiety, perimenopause and menopause, and how shifting hormones can completely hijack your mental health. Dr Amir explains the significant role of oestrogen, progesterone, serotonin, dopamine, GABA and cortisol in menopausal anxiety, why so many women are misdiagnosed with depression or generalised anxiety disorder, and what to do if you’r...

Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down the science of how to stay healthy, energetic and strong as we age. Find out what actually increases your healthspan, how to reduce ageing-related disease risk, the real impact of smoking, why movement and social connection matter more than you think, and the surprising everyday foods that support longer life! We've partnered with Randox Health. Randox hea...

Are allergies becoming more common, or are we just talking about them more? In this episode, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan discuss allergies, intolerances, hay fever, eczema, peanut allergies, the microbiome, gut health, and how modern life is changing our immune systems. Plus, the LEAP study that transformed how we approach peanut allergies, why hay fever meds should be started weeks before symp...

Everyone’s exhausted… but are you busy-tired or medically tired? In this episode Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down the real causes of fatigue and the simple, evidence-backed habits that transform your sleep. You'll learn: how GPs investigate “TATT” (tired-all-the-time) with bloods (iron, B12, folate, thyroid, glucose), why perimenopause wrecks sleep, the ideal bedroom temperature, the one...

Everyone’s talking about supplements, but which ones are worth your money? In this week’s episode, Cherry Healey and Dr. Amir Khan dig into the evidence on creatine, vitamin D3, omega-3, zinc, magnesium and K2, multivitamins, menopause and muscle loss, brain health, and winter immunity. We cover: why some foods may be less nutrient-dense than decades ago, creatine for performance and tired brains,...

Why does no one talk about what really happens to your sex drive as you get older? In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey talk about libido, hormones and desire, from the oestrogen cream changing women’s lives to the truth about testosterone, stress, and why so many couples quietly lose their spark. Plus, Cherry reveals why a "luxury afternoon" might just be the ultimate health hack! The...

Are weight loss jabs like Wegovy and Mounjaro safe, or a risky shortcut? Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey begin their weekly check-in by cutting through the hype to reveal how these injections work, their side effects, costs, and the truth about obesity, genetics, and food noise. Plus, Dr Amir answers quick-fire health questions on ingrown hairs, bruising, and shares one life-changing health tip for...

Struggling to see your GP? Left late-night Googling your symptoms? You're not alone – and we’re here to help! No Appointment Necessary is your weekly prescription of trusted, no-nonsense health advice from working GP Dr Amir Khan, who’s here to cut through the confusion, bust the myths, and help you take charge of your well-being. Alongside him is his close friend and co-host Cherry Healey – a pas...