Conspiracy theories, as often discussed here, plague the realm of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM), e.g.: Conspiracy beliefs prompt consumers to use so-called alternative medicine How can we ...

In the realm of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM), dental amalgam is a big topic. Therefore, we have discussed it several times before, e.g.: The EU will phase out the use of dental amalgam Long ...

I know, I have mentioned my concerns before about research into so-called alternative medicine (SCAM) from China, e.g.: Concerning developments in acupuncture research: is there something rotten in ...

It has been reported that a former model almost died trying to cure her cancer with a juice diet. Medics tried to get Irena ...

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) assists with decision-making related to patient care, to improve outcomes and patient satisfaction. This study aimed to analyse the attitudes, skills, and utilization of ...

In the previous 3 parts of this series (see here, here and here), we have discussed 9 fake diagnoses of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM): Today I will briefly discuss three further fake diagnoses ...

Many fans of so-called alternative medicine have, as discussed ad nauseam on this blog, an irrational attitude towards vaccinations. They frequently claim that they do more harm than good. I wonder ...

I received an email – a round robin, actually – from my ex-friend Wayne Jonas and was amazed to read the following passage: Some of my regular readers might also know Wayne, as he is a member of my ...

Leaky gut syndrome is allegedly caused by the passage of harmful substances from the gut wall into the body. SCAM proponents claim it is the origin of many conditions, including multiple sclerosis and ...

This study aims to appraise the utility, accuracy, and quality of information available on YouTube on acupuncture for chronic pain treatment. Using search terms such as “acupuncture for chronic pain” ...

The current rift, many hope, will end imminently, when the GWUP membership elects the new board on the occasion of the ‘SKEPKON‘ (May 9-11). The members then have the choice between Holm Huemmler and ...