There are an enormous number of issues to bear in mind when assessing medical news and some of the statistics that are thrown around by the media when report such news can be both confusing and misleading.
If you would like to develop more than a passing acquaintance with how medicine works in a scientifically credible way can I suggest some important resources.
Firstly, as essential 'primers' can I suggest reading Dr Ben Goldacres books : Bad Medicine and Bad Pharma - they cover in a light and readable format some of the statistical and scientific rigours that good and bad medicine undertakes before becoming accessible to the public. Then, in some detail both books ground the reader in what to watch out for when thinking about the science and credibility of what the media, doctors, clinical practitioners and drug companies tells us about medicine and the science that sits behind it.
In addition, to develop you critical thinking capability and also to take up some of that time during your commute can I suggest that you consider downloading some skeptical/rational analysis podcasts - best to start with something like : 'the Skeptics Guide to the Universe' - a solid guide to not being fooled by irrational and unscientific nonsense.
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Phil Knight
Independent Healthcare Consultant
I'm a totally independent healthcare intermediary with 20 years market experience, not tied to any insurer, full FSA regulated and part of the Premier Choice Healthcare Group
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