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The ‘raw feeding’ trend can cause real harm to your pets – and to you
The popularity of 'raw feeding' is often based on misunderstood animal welfare and conspiracy theories around conventional pet foods
Michael Yeadon; or why we should listen to the scientists who listen to the scientists
Michael Yeadon, a former scientist at Pfizer, becoming one of the most prolific sources of pandemic pseudoscience shows that even experts aren't immune from misinformation
Who is “That Girl”, and why do Gen Zs worship her routine?
The "That Girl" social media trend promises an idealised glimpse at a perfect life, but sets unrealistic expectations for one-size-fits-all routines
Norway banned the breeding of brachycephalic dogs – is it time for other countries to follow suit?
The breeding of brachycephalic dogs like bulldogs and King Charles spaniels results in health problems that should not be ignored or normalised
Mothers-only Lockdown: postpartum confinement practices in Asia
Chinese Mothers routinely follow traditional postpartum confinement practices - but science suggests they could be doing more harm than good
David Icke and Brian Rose’s four-hour anti-vaxx misinformation marathon
Failed mayoral candidate Brian Rose invited David Icke back to spend four hours spreading dangerous Covid misinformation, enabled by YouTube
There’s nothing to claims that Covid vaccines cause HIV – but that won’t stop them spreading
The latest viral conspiracy theory about COVID-19 vaccines are that they cause HIV infection - based on misreading scientific articles from two years ago
Medical mistrust: what to do when the evidence isn’t enough
Evidence alone isn't enough to persuade people that their healthcare professionals have their best interests at heart - we also need to actively listen to people's concerns
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