Exam Results, Body Positivity & Mosquitoes (feat. Vicky Pattison)

Reality star, TV presenter and former Queen of the Jungle, Vicky Pattison, brings an energetic vibe to The Waiting Room as she joins our medics, Doctors Alex and Ella, as this week’s special guest. She reveals all about her recovery from heart break and shares her wisdom on how to cope with tragic life events. Vicky’s brought to tears by a listener question and offers candid advice on how to be body positive. Along with Alex and Ella, she’ll also help to shed light on some of the curious medical things you’ve been asking the internet. Plus, there’s a chance for you to WIN a luxury weekend retreat with Dr Alex, thanks to show sponsors, the Workhouse. There’ll be 2 lucky winners. Each of you will be able to bring up to three friends to stay in one of the luxury historic cottages and you’ll get your very own YOU-ness programme of workouts. The retreat will take place on Friday 27 September from 6pm and you’ll be there ALL weekend until 8pm on Sunday 29 September. To enter, all you have to do is answer this question: What was Alex known as on Love Island in 2018? Was it:                          A) Love Dentist B) Love Doctor C) Love Vet Text the word RETREAT to 80252, followed by your answer – A, B or C. Each entry will cost £3 plus 1 message at your standard network rate. 20p from each entry will be donated to TEENS UNITE FOR CANCER. The competition is open, so get texting! You can enter up to 4 times a day and you’ve got until Wednesday 28 August at 11.59pm to get your entries in. Entries after this time will not be counted but may still be charged…and remember you must be over 18 when you enter. For all the details and full terms and conditions, please visit www.theworkhouse.com/thewaitingroom Don't forget, if you have a health question you'd like to ask Alex, send an email or voice memo to askdralexgeorge@gmail.com  

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One of the nation’s most popular TV doctors, Alex George, speaks to healthcare professionals who have gone above and beyond to care for their patients. An A&E doctor at the height of this pandemic, Alex talks to an inspiring range of guests, giving us unique insight and exclusive access to those who often work in dangerous or austere environments. This series is about celebrating healthcare heroes and telling their stories. If you want to get in touch, please email askdralexgeorge@gmail.com