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Major names in the health and wellbeing sphere in conversation with Dave Middleton, chair of amii - The Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries – in this new podcast. From the latest healthcare technologies to industry trends, from the menopause to mental health, listen to amii's monthly Health and Wellbeing Podcast. And for more information about amii – the voice of the health and wellbeing industry – go to www.amii.org.uk
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April 16, 2026
<p>In this episode of the amii podcast, Talking Health & Wellbeing, you can listen to Dave Middleton and Paul Schreier, CEO of Healthcare Services and Cash Plan Provider Simplyhealth, in a wide-ranging discussion on workforce health, the Keep Britain Working review, and what employers can do right now to address one of the country's most pressing economic challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>With around three million people currently out of work due to long-term illness, accounting for roughly half of all working-age adults on out-of-work benefits, the scale of the problem is significant. The government estimates the cost of economic inactivity to be well in excess of £200 billion per year, a figure that underlines why addressing workforce health has become a national priority. </p><p> </p><p>The Keep Britain Working review, initiated in the early days of the current government, following the 2024 general election, was designed to tackle this challenge by examining how employers, the NHS and the wider health sector can work together to keep people in work, prevent long-term absence and support those returning after illness.</p><p> </p><p>In the episode, Paul draws on Simplyhealth's involvement as a Vanguard organisation in the implementation of the review, sharing the emerging findings and the practical steps that employers of all sizes can take to support their workforce.</p><p> </p><p>The conversation explores three key areas identified by the review, including what a healthy employment lifecycle looks like, the importance of early intervention, and the role of data in identifying root causes and measuring outcomes. Paul explains the remaining barriers, including NHS waiting lists and access to diagnosis, to the challenges of designing interventions that work for smaller businesses as well as large employers. </p><p><br></p><p>You can read the full Keep Britain Working report <a href="https://amii.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/keep-britain-working-review-final-report.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">HERE</a>. To learn more about Simplyhealth, use <a href="https://www.simplyhealth.co.uk/about-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">this link</a> </p>
March 30, 2026
<p>Hosted by Dave Middleton, executive chair of amii, the episode features Kent Bray, councillor and mentor, whoshares his personal journey from professional sport and a successful corporate career to addiction and recovery, and how those experiences now shape his work supporting others. </p><p>Drawing on his background as a former professional rugby player with Harlequins and a qualified lawyer who went on to work in senior financial roles, Kent speaks candidly about thepressures associated with success, identity and ego, and how these can impact mental health if left unaddressed. </p><p>The conversation explores the stigma that still surrounds men’s health, particularly in high-performanceenvironments, and the tendency for individuals to avoid seeking help. Kent reflects on his own experience of addiction, his recovery journey, and the importance of self-awareness, honesty and support systems in creating long-term change. </p><p>The episode also highlights the role employers can play in supporting their workforce, with a focus on creatingenvironments where individuals feel able to speak openly and access professional support when needed.</p>
March 4, 2026
<p>From supplements and weight loss injections to daily routines and long-term behaviour change, the latest episode of amii’s Talking Health & Wellbeing Podcast cuts through the noise to explore what really makes a difference to health and wellbeing.</p><p> </p><p>Host<strong> Dave Middleton</strong>, Executive Chair of amii, was joined by <strong>Declan Doyle, </strong>Learning and Development Officer for Health@Work, part of the Medicash Group, to discuss the science behind nutrition, common misconceptions, and howindividuals and employers can take a more practical and sustainable approach to wellbeing.</p><p> </p><p>With over 20 years’ experience across elite sport, education and corporate wellbeing, Declan shared insights into howpeople often focus too heavily on small details, such as supplements or specific diets, while overlooking the bigger picture. The discussion explored how daily routines, activity levels, sleep patterns and broader lifestyle behaviours have a far greater influence on health outcomes.</p><p> </p><p>During the episode, Declan highlighted that many people prioritise the ‘micro’ over the ‘macro’, becoming fixated onindividual supplements or quick fixes, rather than addressing foundational habits. He explained that, while supplements can have a role, they are often the least impactful factor if underlying behaviours around movement, nutrition and recovery are not addressed first.</p><p> </p><p>The conversation also examined current trends, including weight-loss medication, with Declan emphasising the importance of supporting individuals to understand and adapt their lifestyle behaviours alongside any clinical intervention to achieve sustainable, long-term results.</p>
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Major names in the health and wellbeing sphere in conversation with Dave Middleton, chair of amii - The Association of Medical Insurers and Intermediaries – in this new podcast.
From the latest healthcare technologies to industry trends, from the menopause to mental health, listen to amii's monthly Health and Wellbeing Podcast.
And for more information about amii – the voice of the health and wellbeing industry – go to www.amii.org.uk
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