Dr. Xand van Tulleken is back, sorting the medical marvels from the outright quackery in “Dr Xand’s Con or Cure,” airing Tuesday on BBC One. Along with Ashley John-Baptiste, Dr. Xand tackles health questions both big and small, offering viewers a healthy dose of skepticism and a guide to navigating the often-confusing world of modern medicine.
This week, Ashley explores pain treatments initially designed for astronauts. If it’s good enough for space travel, it’s got to be good enough for a bad back, right? Maybe. Dr. Xand, meanwhile, investigates why so many of us seem to get sick on vacation. Is it the change in routine? The unfamiliar food? Or just bad luck? We demand answers.
The episode also examines potential treatments for long Covid, a topic that continues to be both critical and complex. With so much misinformation swirling around, a clear, evidence-based approach is essential. “Dr Xand’s Con or Cure” aims to cut through the noise and offer practical advice backed by science. Tune in Tuesday, April 15th at 10:15 on BBC One.
