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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 7 MIN

Why are beta blockers so popular?

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Data reveals that young women in the UK are increasingly being prescribed beta blockers. What is behind the trend?Read more here - ‘Magic pill’ beta blocker prescriptions for teenage girls rise 90% in a decadeWriter: Casey Magloire Producer: Casey Magloire Host: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Joe Mee Executive Producer: Jasper Corbett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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