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Health: Truth or Scare

Series 2

Episode 2

Duration: 44 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

Angela Rippon and Kevin Duala unravel more alarming stories about our health, to see which ones can safely be ignored.

With allergies on the rise, Angela investigates some surprising reports of possible treatments, including the claim that a gin and tonic can cure hayfever.

Meanwhile Kevin discovers if the millions of people prescribed a common heartburn medication - himself included - could be risking serious side effects. He puts his stomach through a test to discover the truth.

Steve Brown spends a month being mindful, after reports that the effects of mindfulness can be life-changing - but not always in a good way. Show less

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