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What's the science behind itching and scratching?

Ask the Naked Scientists by Dr Chris Smith

Jul 31, 202600:22:30Science & Medicine

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What's the science behind itching and scratching? is an episode from Ask the Naked Scientists by Dr Chris Smith. Are there technologies to remove smoke taint in wine affected by recent wildfires? What's the science behind itching? Can a tor...

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Published Jul 31, 2026, 00:22:30 long, audio available.