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Alleviating Allergies

5 Live Science Podcast

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Psychedelics and Depression: A New Use for Old Drugs

5 Live is looking at what allergies are and what we can do to fight back against them. Up first this week, might Ecstasy and drugs like LSD be used as potential treatments in future for depression. Speaking at the Hay Festival, Kate Bingham told the audience about evidence suggesting that psychedelic drugs can help some people who suffer from certain mental health problems. Patrick Valens said it is imperative that more research gets done.

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