👉 Vanessa Lloyd Platt has seen it all—from high-profile splits to deeply personal breakdowns. As one of the UK’s most sought-after family lawyers, she brings decades of experience, candour, and compassion to the often-overlooked health impacts of divorce.

In this episode, she joins Dr Hilary for an eye-opening conversation about why divorce doesn’t just break hearts—it can break your health. From the emotional toll of loneliness and insomnia to the physical risks like diabetes and heart disease, Vanessa explains why managing expectations, mental well-being, and nutrition during separation is critical.

Together, they explore the pitfalls of bad legal advice, the psychological fallout of modern “no-fault” divorces, and why mediation and support systems are more essential than ever. Vanessa also shares her campaign for grandchildren’s rights, the surprisingly different ways men and women cope, and her holistic approach to helping clients survive—and thrive—post-divorce.

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👉 A former NHS doctor and now YouTube’s Head of Health UK, Dr Vishaal Virani joins Dr Hilary for a wide-ranging conversation about the power—and perils—of online health content.
They discuss how YouTube combats misinformation, the rise of AI deepfakes, and how technology is helping both patients and doctors alike. Plus: real stories of lives saved by videos, the unexpected benefits of virtual wards, and why getting outdoors might be the best health hack of all.

💬 Ask Dr Hilary.
Whether it’s advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being, or everyday medical concerns now’s your chance to get answers. Each week, Dr. Hilary will answer your health and wellness questions. If it’s on your mind, he wants to help. Send your questions to Ask@drhilaryjones.com.

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👉 Lorraine Kelly is one of the UK’s best-loved broadcasters, known for her warmth, wit, and decades of breakfast TV brilliance. In this episode, she joins Dr Hilary for a candid conversation about breaking taboos on live television — from menopause to testicular exams — and why normalising health talk has always been part of her mission. Lorraine reflects on her journalism roots, her leap to TV-AM, and why she’s always treated everyone the same — from celebrities to guests sharing deeply personal stories. She opens up about being trampled by a horse, the emotional toll of miscarriage, and how becoming a grandmother has brought fresh perspective and joy. She also shares the story behind her debut novel The Island Swimmer, the benefits of cold-water swimming, and the simple rituals (including crisps and curry) that keep her grounded.

👉 Later in the episode, Dr Hilary speaks to Elizabeth Philp, CEO of Roseway Labs, about the growing field of compounding pharmacies and personalised medicine. Elizabeth explains how bespoke medications are created to suit individual needs — from dermatology to hormone health — and why this approach could help reduce waste, improve outcomes, and eventually support the NHS. They also discuss the rising demand among younger generations for skincare that works with their biology, not just trends — and why personalised treatments could be the future of healthcare.

💬 Ask Dr Hilary. “What are the causes of lumps under the skin?” This week, Dr Hilary answers a question that’s been sent in to Ask@drhilaryjones.com. Whether it’s advice on sleep, diet, mental well-being, or everyday medical concerns, now’s your chance to get answers.