Episode 2 - The media and the pandemic with Dr Sarah Pitt & Umar Siddiqui

In the second instalment of the all-new IBMSpod, leading virologist and Fellow Dr Sarah Pitt chats to Rob & Jordan about her experience appearing on national TV highlighting the work of Biomedical Scientists throughout the pandemic. Later, she explains the science behind the new COVID-19 vaccines. Meanwhile, Helen is joined by Gogglebox star and Biomedical Scientist Umar Siddiqui for an insight into his working day and experience filming with his family on the show. Also features IBMS News - an round up of all the latest headlines from the IBMS. Show note links: Sarah Pitt's survey: https://brightonpsychology.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4THAim5YenZgm2N A meeting with Lord Bethall: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/a-meeting-with-lord-bethell/ Rapid Testing Statement: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/sars-cov-2-rapid-testing-options/ Guidance on membership renewals: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/renew-your-membership-for-2021/ PGD Consultation: https://www.ibms.org/resources/news/nhs-consultation-for-administering-medicines-closes-soon/ IBMS President Presents to Parliamentary Committee: www.ibms.org/resources/news/ibm…mentary-committee/ Register for The Biomedical Scientist rerun: live.thebiomedicalscientist.net.