What's Up Docs?

Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken are on a mission to help us take better care of ourselves.

Radio 4,14 episodes

Episodes

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How can I freshen my breath?
Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken want to know what they can do about bad breath.
29 Apr 2025,28 mins
Doctors' Notes: Fresh Breath
Drs Chris and Xand Van Tulleken explore the causes and effects of gum disease.
29 Apr 2025,24 mins
Am I getting enough sleep?
How worried should we be about lacking sleep? Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken investigate.
22 Apr 2025,28 mins
Doctors' Notes: Sleep
Drs Chris and Xand Van Tulleken explore the difference between sleepiness and fatigue.
22 Apr 2025,25 mins
Do I need testosterone?
Drs Chris and Xand ask - what are the pros and cons of testosterone replacement therapy?
15 Apr 2025,28 mins
Doctors' Notes: Testosterone
Drs Chris and Xand discuss how testosterone interacts with other hormones.
15 Apr 2025,19 mins
How can I look after my knees?
A pain in the knee. Can we do anything about it? Chris and Xand van Tulleken find out.
08 Apr 2025,29 mins
Doctors' Notes: Knees
Drs Chris and Xand discuss exercises that can help with chronic knee pain.
08 Apr 2025,20 mins
Am I hangry?
Can you be hangry? Chris and Xand van Tulleken’s stomachs are rumbling to find out.
01 Apr 2025,29 mins
Doctors' Notes: Hanger
Chris and Xand dig deeper into hanger, exploring the politics of hunger.
01 Apr 2025,15 mins
How important is willpower?
Can I get better at doing difficult things? Chris and Xand van Tulleken want to know.
25 Mar 2025,28 mins
Doctors' Notes: Willpower
Chris and Xand dig deeper into willpower, explore relapse and get some therapy.
25 Mar 2025,26 mins
Meet the Docs
Who are Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken, the hosts of What’s Up Docs?
25 Mar 2025,15 mins
Welcome to What's Up Docs?
Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken are on a mission to help us take better care of ourselves.
20 Mar 2025,2 mins