Cannabinoids for Acute Pain
A systematic review of cannabinoids for acute pain shows the evidence is preliminary, and not very encouraging.
More COVID-19 News
Some good and bad news about the Coronavirus.
Second Patient Cured of HIV Still Clear
The second patient apparently cured of HIV had a good 30 month check up. What are the implications for HIV treatment?
Coronavirus Myths and Facts
The novel Coronavirus 2019 is a serious outbreak that is reason for concern, but not panic, and we will all benefit from an evidence-based approach.
Update on Vitamin K Refusal
Vitamin K shots at birth are a safe and effective method for preventing bleeding, but that doesn't stop some parents from refusing.
Public Attitude Toward Science
New Pew research findings show confidence in science remains high, but there are some important caveats.
Handwashing to Prevent Pandemic
A new study finds that handwashing at airports is probably the single most effective method for preventing pandemics.
Cardiac Stem Cell Transplant
A new study helps put the state of stem cell research into context.
Black Cumin – Be Skeptical
The claims made for black cumin follow a familiar pattern – implausible and a lack of evidence.
New York Times Goop Fail
A NYT opinion piece repeats all the common alternative medicine tropes in service to the further exploitation of women.