Synopsis
Dr Michael Mosley explores the bizarre and fascinating world of parasites by turning his body into a living laboratory and deliberately infesting himself with them.
- Programme: Infested! Living with Parasites
- Channel: BBC Four
- Broadcast year: 2014
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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