# Why are beta blockers so popular?

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Podcast: [Sensemaker](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sensemaker-1661652)
Published: 2026-04-16T01:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/sensemaker/episodes/why-are-beta-blockers-so-popular
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## Resource

Data reveals that young women in the UK are increasingly being prescribed beta blockers. What is behind the trend? Read more here - ‘Magic pill’ beta blocker prescriptions for teenage girls rise 90% in a decade Writer: Casey Magloire  Producer: Casey Magloire  Host: Ada Barume Episode photography: Joe Mee  Executive Producer: Jasper Corbett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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