A BBC2 Horizon programme “Allergies, modern life and me” to be shown next Wednesday 27th Aug, 9pm explores new understanding about allergic diseases, the link to microbial exposure and the misconception that “too much hygiene” is to blame. It looks at how our western lifestyle is impacting on our interactions with vital bacteria and asks the questions “Why are these changes making people allergic?” and “What can be done to put a stop to the allergy epidemic?” It also explores the misconception that “too much hygiene” is to blame, and shows why hygiene remains key to preventing spread of infectious diseases.
The programme will also become available on BBC iplayer http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b04g507y
