Implausible Apple Cider Vinegar Weight Loss Study Retracted
When a trial has results that defy basic biology, it's reasonable to be skeptical.
2026: State Legislatures as Vectors of Health Misinformation and Anti-Science
Anti-science health legislation doesn't just reflect misinformation; it institutionalizes it, cementing false beliefs into population-level risks.
DIY Botox: Why Self-Injecting a Neurotoxin Is a Terrible Idea
DIY Botox is popular on TikTok, but injecting an internet-sourced neurotoxin into your face is a gamble that can can lead to serious harms.
Detox 2026: What Big Wellness Wants You to Believe
Detox trends come and go. Modern “detox” claims, from microplastics to microbiome resets are marketing, not science.
ALS and the market for false hope
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is probably one of the most devastating diagnoses that we should all hope to never hear. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, or motor neuron disease, ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord that are responsible for controlling voluntary muscles. As the disease advances, both upper and lower...
Hope, Evidence, and Hard Questions in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
I’ve been reflecting on the disappointing outcomes and the reaction to Sarepta Therapeutics’ recently announced clinical trial results for its Duchenne muscular dystrophy treatments, AMONDYS 45 (casimersen) and VYONDYS 53 (golodirsen). The tension is evident: Families want treatments that benefit patients, while critics note the evidence reveals a different story. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a relentless disease. When a company suggests it...
The Growing Problem of Supplement–Drug Interactions in Seniors
Many people take supplements alongside prescription drugs without realizing the risks.
Red Flags For Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy is marketed as a quick fix for fat loss and wellness. The science says otherwise.
Stocking Your Home First Aid Kit: A Pharmacist’s Guide
A well-stocked home first aid kit saves time, stress, and urgent trips to the pharmacy.
Medicine Must-Haves: A Pharmacist’s Guide to Your College Student’s First Aid Kit
A pharmacist recommends medications for a basic first-aid kit.