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Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths: What We Think We Know May Be Hurting Us

Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths: What We Think We Know May Be Hurting Us

Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths: What We Think We Know May Be Hurting Us

Discover evidence-based guidelines for good health, enhance your knowledge of common medical myths, strengthen your skills at assessing the truth behind medical information and advice, and much more. Dr. Steven Novella of the Yale University School of Medicine has designed the 24 lectures of Medical Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths: What We Think We Know May Be Hurting Us as an essential aid for any home—one that can help you make smarter health decisions to last a lifetime.

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