5 Live News Specials

BBC Radio 5 Live
  • 3.9 (27)
  • News
  • Every two months

Showcasing BBC Radio 5 Live's news specials, including in-depth interviews.

  1. 19 May

    That Time of the Month: Adenomyosis

    Three years ago Naga shared her own experience with Adenomyosis - a condition where the lining of the uterus starts growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb. It causes debilitating symptoms such as heavy periods and severe pain that stops you from doing your usual activities. Naga and the team speak to ultra-marathon runner Cadi Lambert and Lance Bombadier Annie Robertson, as well as 5 Live listeners, about their experiences of the condition. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 19 May 2026

    46 min

  2. 21 Apr

    That Time of the Month: Pre-eclampsia

    Naga and the doctors are joined by Sarah Falkland to talk about the condition pre-eclampsia. It affects up to 5% of pregnant woman causing, in some cases, dangerously high blood pressure, which can put the mother and baby at risk. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 21 April 2026

    42 min

  3. 10 Mar

    That Time of the Month: Urinary incontinence

    Naga and the team are joined by Dr Rajvinder Khasriya, who is a Consultant in Urogynaecology in the NHS, and also Lisa Watson, who suffers with urinary incontinence and wants to break down the taboos around the issue. 5 Live listeners join the discussion to ask questions and share their experiences. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 10 March 2026

    44 min

  4. 18 Feb

    That Time of the Month: Surgical menopause

    Naga and the doctors are joined by Becca Rodker to talk about her experience of going through surgical menopause. It’s what happens when both ovaries are removed during surgery before you’ve gone through a natural menopause. It causes the sudden loss of hormones, and it can be very overwhelming. The doctors talk through what happens and answer questions from callers. This episode was first broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 10 February 2026.

    50 min

  5. 13 Jan

    That Time of the Month: Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR)

    Naga and the doctors are joined by Emma, Lucy, Sarah, Jim and Hayley to talk about terminating a pregnancy for medical reasons (TFMR). That is ending what is often a much-wanted pregnancy due to results from antenatal testing, foetal anomalies or maternal health. If you are affected by issues in this discussion, there is a range of organisations and websites that can offer you advice and support. You can find them listed on the BBC's Actionline website at bbc.co.uk/actionline. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 13 January 2026

    1hr 15min

  6. 23/12/2025

    That Time of the Month: Review of 2025

    Naga is joined by Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi to look back on some of the That Time of the Month episodes from 2025. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live 23 December 2025

    50 min

  7. 09/12/2025

    That Time of the Month: HRT your questions

    Naga is joined by Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi to answer your questions about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy). First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 9 December 2025

    49 min

  8. 19/11/2025

    That Time of the Month: Ovarian cancer

    Leila Nathoo sits in for Naga Munchetty. She speaks to Hannah Lane about being diagnosed with ovarian cancer and her life living with the condition. She’s also joined by regular experts Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi. First broadcast on BBC 5 Live on 18 November 2025

    57 min
See All (438)

Ratings & Reviews

3.9
out of 5
27 Ratings

About

Showcasing BBC Radio 5 Live's news specials, including in-depth interviews.

Information

  • Creator
    BBC Radio 5 Live
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2026
  • Episodes
    438
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C) BBC 2026
  • Show Website
    5 Live News Specials

More From BBC

You Might Also Like