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BBC defends Dragons’ Den after ME groups claim episode promoted ‘unfounded’ cure

In the episode, businesswoman Giselle Boxer said she had used ‘diet, acupuncture, Chinese herbs and ear seeds’ to aid her recovery from ME.

Published Jan 25, 2024
Last updated Jan 29, 2024
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