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SUMMARY:Bacteria to the Future: Unlocking the Microbiome for Longevity
DESCRIPTION:Join Yakult Science for Health for an evening all about longevity. Prof Claire Steves and Dr Jenna Macciochi will uncover the emerging evidence in healthy ageing; discussing how the gut microbiome plays a key role and practical ways to support living well for longer. \nPlease note that this event is for healthcare professionals\, students and researchers ONLY. \nTickets are limited and all proceeds will be going to the charity\, Royal Voluntary Service. \nDoors open at 5.30pm\, talks start promptly at 6pm. \nVenue: Fora\, 35-41 Folgate Street\, London E1 6BX \nThe event will also include a Q&A and a networking session with gut-friendly refreshments. \nSESSION OUTLINE \nProf Claire Steves will explore the latest scientific evidence surrounding longevity and the gut microbiome. The presentation will discuss: \n\nThe bi-directional relationship between the gut microbiome and ageing\, and its role in inflammaging.\nThe many factors affecting ageing and how to slow the effects of ageing to support longevity.\nThe co-occurrences of gut disorders with age-related diseases e.g. Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.\n\nDr Jenna Macciochi will provide a comprehensive overview of the immune system’s role in longevity\, factors that impact this and the key role of the gut microbiome. The presentation will discuss: \n\nThe bi-directional relationship between immune health and the gut microbiome.\nHolistic practical advice to support longevity for healthcare professionals\, based on the latest scientific evidence to support clinical practice e.g. nutrition\, sleep\, exercise\, mindfulness\, environment\, social connection etc.\nActionable tips to implement both now and in the future.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProf Claire Steves\, MA (Cantab) MBBS MRCP PhD \nClaire is a Professor of Ageing and Health\, Head of Department of Twin Research and Genetic Epidemiology and Clinical Director of TwinsUK\, King’s College London. She is also a Consultant Geriatrician at Guys and St Thomas’s NHS Foundation Trust\, where she specialises in cognitive impairment and dementia assessment and management\, particularly in the context of multiple medical problems. Claire has published more than 150 research articles in high impact journals and appears regularly in the media. \nClaire can be found on LinkedIn and on the King’s College website. \nDr Jenna Macciochi\, PhD PGCHE \nJenna is an immunologist\, researcher\, and author of 2 books\, specialising in the intersection of the immune system\, lifestyle\, and longevity. With over 20 years of experience in immunology research\, she is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sussex\, where her work explores how diet\, movement\, sleep\, and stress influence immune resilience and healthy aging. A regular media contributor and public speaker\, Jenna has been featured in leading publications and is also a certified breathwork coach. \nJenna can be found on Instagram @dr_jenna_macciochi and on her website: www.drjennamacciochi.com. \nCHAIR: Dr Emily Prpa \nEmily is an award-winning registered nutritionist and science communication specialist\, with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London. Her current research focuses on advancing our understanding of how the gut microbiome influences various aspects of health and wellbeing. Today\, Emily is the Science Manager at Yakult UK & Ireland. \nEmily can be found on Instagram @thenutritionreporter and LinkedIn. \nABOUT ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE \nRoyal Voluntary Service is one of Britain’s largest volunteering organisations providing vital services that support public health\, social care and wellbeing. Royal Voluntary Service volunteers support to the NHS and people in need\, with the aim of building resilience in local communities. \nYakult has been a long-standing partner of Royal Voluntary Service\, working together to support communities nationwide. \nRoyal Voluntary Service is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales number 2520413 and a registered charity number 1015988 (England and Wales) and SC038924 (Scotland). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT YAKULT SCIENCE FOR HEALTH \nThis event is organised by Yakult Science for Health; an educational hub for healthcare professionals to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the gut microbiome\, probiotics and more. \nAny information you provide will be used by Yakult UK Ltd or its service providers. We may use your data to create and maintain a user profile to provide you with tailored communication suited to your interests and preferences\, and for analysing and enhancing our marketing and sales activities. Please see our privacy policy here.
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/bacteria-to-the-future-unlocking-the-microbiome-for-longevity/
LOCATION:Fora\, 35-41 Folgate Street\, London\, E1 6BX\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Challenges in the Medical Consultation:
DESCRIPTION:Medically unexplained symptoms and the problems of doctor-patient bias\, ‘persona’\, ‘gaslighting’\, and acknowledging doubt.\nTime: 13:30 – 17:30\nVenue: The Vestry House\, St Giles-in-the-Fields Church\, 60 St Giles High Street\, London WC2H 8LG\n  \nA joint event from Forgotten Patients\, Overlooked Diseases and the Guild of Health Writers \n\n\n\n\nWhy do some medical consultations go wrong – and what happens when patients feel dismissed\, doubted\, or unheard? \nThis powerful event explores the challenges faced by patients with Medically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS)\, and the often-overlooked role of unconscious bias\, ‘personas’\, and diagnostic doubt in the consultation room. \nBringing together patients\, clinicians\, journalists\, and educators\, we’ll dive into difficult questions around trust\, communication\, and what happens when medicine doesn’t have clear answers. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat’s the problem with Medically Unexplained Symptoms?\nA patient’s perspective\nThe expert view: what clinicians need to know\nWhy some consultations don’t go well\nReal patient stories\nIs it ‘gaslighting’? What does the literature say?\nThe educationalist’s view: what can be done\nEthical issues in difficult consultations\nTwo perspectives from leading health journalists\n\nThis event is for anyone interested in improving patient–clinician communication\, understanding complex health experiences\, and changing the conversation around MUS. \nLet’s talk about what needs to change – and how we get there. \n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme: \n13:30 Sandwich Lunch \n\n\n\n\nPart 1: 14:00- 15:30 Medically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS) \n\nDr Adrian Tookman- The problem of MUS\nDr Minha Rajput- Ray- A patient’s view\nProf Chris Burton- A researcher’s view\nJo Waters/ Lyndon Gee- The journalist’s view\n\n\n\n\n\n\n15:30- 16:00 Tea & SconesPart 2: 16:00- 17:30 The problems of Doctor- Patient Bias\, Persona\, Gaslighting and Acknowledging Diagnostic Doubt \n​Dr Adrian Tookman- Why do consultations sometimes not go well\n\nChristianne Forrest/ Katia Chrysostomou- Some patient experiences\nDr Steven Walker- ‘Gaslighting’: What does the literature say?\nDr Miranda Kronfli- What can be done- the educationalist’s view?\nChantal Patel- Ethical aspects in the consultation\nJo Waters/ Lyndon Gee- The journalist’s view\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS – £10 for GHW/FPOD Members and £20 for non-members\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/challenges-in-the-medical-consultation/
LOCATION:The Vestry House\, St Giles-in-the-Fields Church\, 60 St Giles Street\, London\, WC2H 8LG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Guild of Health Writers Summer Party 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our summer party…\nCome and join us for our summer gathering…\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatch up with friends and colleagues…\nLook froward to seeing you there…\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS\n\n\n 
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/guild-of-health-writers-summer-party-2025/
LOCATION:Palace of Westminster
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SUMMARY:The Guild of Health Writers Parliamentary Summit on Women’s Gut Health 2025
DESCRIPTION:A round table discussion exploring women’s gut health through key life stages. Looking at the complex relationship between hormones and gut bacteria. Areas covered will include puberty\, fertility\, pregnancy\, perimenopause\, and menopause. \nOur expert speakers are… \nDr Emily Prpa An award-winning nutritionist with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London\, specialising in the role of diet in modulating the gut microbiome to promote health. Dr Prpa has a keen interest in the connections between the gut microbiome and skin health\, mental wellbeing\, and women’s health\, focusing on key life stages such as puberty\, fertility\, and menopause.  Emily is an expert on nutrition policy and a visiting lecturer at King’s College London; she was also Nutrition & Science manager at Yakult UK & Ireland. \nRo Huntriss  A leading UK fertility dietitian. Ro holds a Bachelor’s degree in Food Studies and Nutrition\, a Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics and two Master’s degrees in both Advanced Nutrition and Clinical Research. She is a researcher\, a published academic author in the field of fertility nutrition\, and a clinician. An award-winning dietitian\, Ro is a founding and existing committee member of the Women’s Health and Fertility specialist group of the British Dietetic Association. \nDr Nicky Keay Studied medicine at Cambridge University and worked as a Research Fellow at St Thomas’ Hospital\, London\, part of the international medical team that developed an anti-doping test for growth hormone. Focusing on specialisms of Endocrinology and Exercise\, Sport\, and Dance\, Dr. Keay blends extensive clinical experience with expertise in medical research. Nicky authored “Hormones\, Health and Human Potential\,” a guide to understanding hormones for optimising health and performance. \nWHEN: 30 October 2025\, 18:00 – 21:30\, Refreshments 20:15 \nWHERE: House of Lords\, London SW1 \nThe meeting will be hybrid – also available to attend on-line via Zoom. \nTICKETS:\nGuild Members only – £10\nNon-member Guests – £15\nOnline – Free \nClick here to book your place\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe Guild of Health Writers thanks Yakult UK Ltd their support of this event. This is an independent event for which Yakult UK Ltd has had no influence over the arrangements or content. In accordance with its objectives\, the Guild aims to provide a balanced\, non-partisan forum for discussion and does not endorse any commercial products. \n 
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/the-guild-of-health-writers-parliamentary-summit-on-womens-gut-health-2025/
LOCATION:House of Lords\, London SW1
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SUMMARY:GHW Christmas Party 2025
DESCRIPTION:Tis the Season to be jolly \nIt’s Party Time! Catch up with old friends and meet new members for our final event of the year. \nTime to get your glad rags on or don your Christmas jumpers…. \nJoin us at the Medical Society of London for the Guild of Health Writers Christmas party. With plenty of food\, mince pies and lashings of Prosecco! \nThe event is kindly sponsored by Jungle Cat Solutions \nDate: 3 December 2025 \nTime: 6.30pm – 9pm \nVenue: Medical Society of London\, Lettsom House\, 11 Chandos Street\, Cavendish Square\, London W1G 9EB \nTickets \nMembers / Industry Friends of the Guild – £20 \nGuests – £25 \nClick here to book your ticket \n \n  \n‘The Guild of Health Writers thanks Jungle Cat Solutions for their generous support of this event and would like to state that  this is an independent event. In accordance with its objectives\, the Guild aims to provide a balanced\, non-partisan forum  for  discussion and does not endorse any commercial products’.
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/ghw-christmas-party-2025/
LOCATION:Medical Society of London\, Lettsom House\, 11 Chandos Street\, London\, W1G9EB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:GHW AGM 2026 - Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Date:                 21 April 2026 \nTime:                7pm (Full Guild members only) \nPlace:                Online Via Zoom (link to be sent) \nWe are inviting nominations for Committee members.  The nominee will need a proposer and a seconder; all must be full members of the Guild. Please reply no later than 31 March 2026. \nIf you’re interested in helping to shape the Guild and would like to know more about what’s involved\, please email admin@healthwriters.com \n\nJoin the Committee (all meeting held via Zoom).\nHelp organise Guild events.\nGreat networking opportunities.\nHelp recruit new members.
URL:https://healthwriters.com/event/ghw-agm2026/
LOCATION:Online – via Zoom\, Online - Zoom event
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