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Invisible Illnesses

Invisible Illnesses

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Invisible Illnesses explores why so many people experience real, sometimes severe symptoms—like back pain, headaches or fatigue—yet medical tests come back normal. Hosts Alex Ward-Booth, who’s been through his own personal medical journey, and his cousin Dr. Stephen Ward-Booth, a practicing GP, shed light on “functional illnesses” like IBS and fibromyalgia. Through real stories and expert voices, they reveal the surprising mind-body connections and share practical strategies for feeling better—even when the causes and answers aren’t obvious. Not medical advice; speak to your GP.

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  • Invisible Illnesses - Trailer

    Invisible Illnesses - Trailer
    Dec 21 2025

    Discover the hidden world of invisible illness. Hosts Alex and Dr Stephen Ward-Booth explore why so many suffer real symptoms without clear test results, bust myths about pain and stigma, and share practical ways to feel better. This trailer gives you an initial overview of what the series will be about. Listen in for insight—not medical advice.


    Music: Stephen Ward-Booth

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    2 mins
  • Invisible Illnesses - Episode 1 - Steve's story

    Invisible Illnesses - Episode 1 - Steve's story
    Dec 21 2025

    Episode 1: What Are Invisible Illnesses?

    Alex Ward-Booth speaks with Dr Stephen Ward-Booth, an experienced GP, to uncover why so many people have real symptoms, like pain or fatigue, without any abnormal test results. They discuss what “functional illness” means, why it’s often missed in medicine, and how understanding mind-body connections can lead to better support and practical solutions. Essential listening if you or someone you know experiences symptoms doctors can’t easily explain. Listen in for insight; not medical advice.


    Music: Stephen Ward-Booth


    References: Within the report, Steve mentions a historical national report which talks about a cost of £3bn to the NHS of these conditions: for further details, please follow this link
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    43 mins
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