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The Dokkcast is hosted by Dr Nara Daubeney. Each episode features open, accessible conversations with doctors, clinicians and healthcare specialists who translate complex medical subjects into information you can understand and use.

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Episode 14 · 12 October 2026

How Did We Get Here? The Rise of Obesity in the UK

Show notes In 1950, fewer than 1% of the UK population were obese. Today it’s more than 30%. So what changed? In this episode we’re joined by Professor John Deanfield CBE, Professor of Cardiology at University College London. He is one of the world’s leading cardiometabolic specialists, a steering committee member for…

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