Rationally Speaking #22 - Steven Novella on Lies, Damned Lies, and Medical Science
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Navigating the Complexities of Medical Research
The chapter delves into the challenges of conducting rigorous medical research, focusing on the reliability of studies on natural selection and the drawbacks of meta-analyses. It highlights the importance of distinguishing between good and poor studies, cautioning against relying solely on preliminary data for medical practice decisions. The conversation also explores issues like publication bias, industry funding, and making informed health interventions.
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