: This article examines whether the show is primarily a public health service or a "make-over" show driven by shock value.
: An interview with the GP for the E4 reboot, where she emphasizes the importance of patients being prepared for consultations and not sitting on their medical worries.
: Dr. Jessen reflects on the show's legacy, arguing that being "open and honest" about afflictions helps remove the stigma that often causes people to suffer in silence. Embarrassing Bodies
: This article from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine details a specific experiment where a scientist infected himself with hookworm on the show to study tropical diseases.
: This piece features a GP who critiques the "exhibitionistic" nature of the show, questioning if it focuses too much on shocking visuals rather than address the actual barriers people face when seeking medical care. : This article examines whether the show is
: A critique in the Irish Medical Times that explores the "science of disgust" and the contradictory message of broadcasting private medical conditions for public "gawking". Scientific and Educational Value
: Dr. Patel discusses his hope that the series helps viewers view their bodies as "incredible machines" rather than sources of shame. Critical and Academic Analysis Jessen reflects on the show's legacy, arguing that
: An exploration of the motivations behind participants' decisions to share private medical conditions with a national audience. Dr Christian Jessen on how we made TV's Embarrassing Bodies