Dr. Xand van Tulleken returns with a new episode of “Dr Xand’s Con or Cure,” tackling a trio of timely topics: fake disabled blue badges, questionable foot-fix gadgets, and wig scams targeting vulnerable cancer patients. Airing Monday, April 21st at 10:15 AM GMT on BBC One, the episode takes aim at those who exploit others for profit, particularly in the realm of health and well-being.
From the brazen criminals selling forged or stolen blue badges to the peddlers of dubious foot gadgets promising miracle cures for bunions and plantar fasciitis, Dr. Xand casts a skeptical eye on the products and practices that prey on hope and desperation. He’s joined by Ashley John-Baptiste, who helps uncover the “bad medicine” and misleading claims plaguing the consumer landscape.
Perhaps the most heartbreaking segment features the stories of cancer patients who, having lost their hair due to chemotherapy, are scammed by unscrupulous wig sellers. It’s a stark illustration of how even the most vulnerable are targeted by those with no qualms about exploiting their circumstances. “Dr Xand’s Con or Cure” continues its mission to sift fact from fiction, offering viewers a dose of healthy skepticism in a world awash in misinformation.
