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Risks and Dangers of Alternative Medicine

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the risks and dangers associated with alternative medicine in this 51-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute's Global Congress on Scientific Thinking & Action. Join experts from Argentina, UK, India, Canada, and Brazil as they delve into the potential hazards of non-conventional medical practices. Gain insights from health writers, scientists, and rationalist advocates as they examine the critical importance of evidence-based medicine and scientific thinking in healthcare. Learn about the challenges faced by different countries in addressing the spread of pseudoscientific treatments and the impact on public health.

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Risks and Dangers of Alternative Medicine


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The Aspen Institute

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