Michael Mosley: Wonders of the Human Body: Series Premiere (Channel 5, 22 August 2024)

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Michael Mosley’s final TV series before his recent passing debuts on Channel 5. In this series, he takes viewers on an extraordinary journey inside the human body. Mosley puts his body through various tests and experiments to help viewers understand theirs better and explores topics such as creaky joints, flu, brain health, hip replacement surgery, and more.

In the series premiere, Mosley meets Thomas, a tremor sufferer from Dundee who is about to undergo brain surgery. In Southampton, Allen finds out if his experimental cancer treatment has been successful. Mosley also takes a plunge into cold water swimming to explore its health benefits and risks. Additionally, he discovers a state-of-the-art test that could predict heart problems years in advance.

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The episode highlights people from across the country with compelling stories that provide insight into the human body’s hidden wonders. Through Mosley’s journey and these personal stories, viewers will gain a deeper understanding of their own bodies and the fascinating processes that occur within them.

Michael Mosley: Wonders of the Human Body airs Thursday, 22 August 2024, at 8:00 pm on Channel 5.

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