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Season 1 – Ask the Doctor

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Doctors explore a range of important health issues, innovations and treatments dominating discussions in Australia.
Ask the Doctor — Season 1

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Dr Shalin Naik

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Dr Renee Lim

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Dr Sandro Demaio

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 16, 2017 Obesity The doctors explore the struggle to manage healthy weight and the factors which lead to overeating. They meet people who have tried different methods to overcome obesity from diets to exercise and medical support. Details Episode 2 Aired May 23, 2017 Diet An examination of the health requirements associated with various dietary conditions from lactose intolerance to mental health issues. The doctors meet with various patients to discuss the health concerns with changes to diets and various diagnoses. Details Episode 3 Aired May 30, 2017 Sleep The doctors examine the health benefits of sleep and also associated problems with snoring and insomnia. A trip to a sleep clinic provides insights into the assistance available for a number of health concerns. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 6, 2017 Allergies Dr Sandro looks at what it is like for children who suffer from severe allergies and a world first Australian trial to try and cure peanut allergies. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 13, 2017 Pain Dr. Sandro looks at why pain is one of the most frequent reasons why people go to the doctor and the research into how pain works. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 20, 2017 Alcohol Australian culture sanctions the use of alcohol in celebrations large and small, but doctors are beginning to worry about the enormous impact drinking is having on Australians' health. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 27, 2017 Exercise With more than two-thirds of Australians not doing the recommended amount of exercising, Sandro tries out a seven-minute workout targeting these busy Aussies; Renee checks out the link between exercise and mental well-being. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 4, 2017 Genes Dr Shalin has a glimpse at his future health by having his genome sequenced. The implications of accessing your entire genetic make-up are discussed, including how health care could be tailor-made based on a person's genes. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 11, 2017 Gut An exploration of the ways in which health is interconnected with our digestive system. Dr Sandro takes a look at what a gut's contents look like and what role the trillions of microbes living there play for bodily functions. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 18, 2017 Cold and Flu Dr Sandro reveals the home remedies that work to fight off colds and flu, and those that don't. Dr Shalin discovers the difference between a cold and the flu. Details Episode 11 Aired Jul 25, 2017 Senses Dr Shalin explores the reasons behind the deterioration of hearing with age, while Dr Sandro takes on some myths about eyesight improvement. Dr Renee looks into the link between smell and memory. Details Episode 12 Aired Aug 1, 2017 Sex Dr Shalin investigates Australian cases of male infertility, Dr Sandro educates the truth about sexual diseases, and Dr Renee explores contraception options for women. Details
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Season Info

Network
ABC Australia
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Health & Wellness
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date
May 16, 2017