The Skinny Jab Uncovered
The Skinny Jab Uncovered
A 'skinny Jab' aims to reduce the appetite and slow down the emptying of the stomach contents. Reporter Pria Rai investigates the black market in cut-price 'skinny jabs' now being sold across the UK. She reveals what's really in these drugs and whether they are safe to use. She meets a young student who accidentally took an overdose of the drug, makes contact with one of the most prolific online sellers, goes undercover to reveal a new market for the drug hidden in plain sight and sends samples for testing. When those tests are returned, they reveal shocking results
The Skinny Jab Uncovered airs on BBC Three at 12:00 AM, Tuesday 22 September. (Subtitles, audio description.)
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Pria Rai
Reporter
Ellie Merz
Director
Catherine Welton
Executive Producer