BMA in the news
Introduction
The BMA has a long track record of delivering its message to the public and the profession through a high profile presence across the media.
This page aims to keep members and the public up to date with the latest figures on BMA coverage and media activity.
The BMA has recently expanded its e-communication and now produces regular podcasts from senior BMA doctors on the key issues facing the profession. To view the latest podcasts and webcasts use the links on the right hand side of this page.
Key BMA media information Key statistics for 2008 (England)
(until the end of June 2008)
| BMA media statements, press releases, comments and invites issued to the national and regional media | 288 |
| BMA mentions in the national press | 519 |
| BMA mentions in the regional press | 1470 |
| National broadcast interviews with BMA doctors | 253 |
| National broadcasts with BMA mentions | 216 |
| Regional broadcasts featuring BMA doctors | 1029 |
Media activity in 2007
| BMA media statements, press releases, comments and invites issued to the national and regional media | 610 |
| BMA mentions in the national press | 1237 |
| BMA mentions in the regional press | 1991 |
| National broadcast interviews with BMA doctors | 132 |
| National broadcasts with BMA mentions | 470 |
| Regional broadcasts featuring BMA doctors | 1386 |
Webcast - rota gap problems
Ram Moorthy, chairman of the BMA junior doctors committee discusses the problems of rota gaps and how they impact on junior doctors and patients.Watch the webcast here