S1 Ep9: BMI and Healthcare with Dr Joshua Wolrich

The bias against plus size people in healthcare is scary. How many of us have been told that the solution to an earache is losing weight? How many times have people assumed things about our health because of our weight. We know it's absolute rubbish. So this week we're joined by Dr Josh Wolrich to chat nutribollocks, the problem with BMI, access to healthcare, and his earlier singing career... If you'd like to get in touch with the show, please email [email protected]. TW: This episode contains references to eating disorders. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder and are in the UK, the Beat Eating Disorders charity has a hotline. The number is 0808 801 0677 or you can visit the website at beateatingdisorders.org.uk. Additionally, if you're experiencing a mental health crisis, you can call the Samaritans at 116 123, or visit crowdnetwork.co.uk/helplines for a list of people you can go to for help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices