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Common Medical Myths And Misunderstandings

This eBook forms part of the IFLScience exciting editorial calendar for 2023.

Russell is a Science Writer with IFLScience and has a PhD in the History of Science, Medicine and Technology

Dr. Russell Moul

Russell is a Science Writer with IFLScience and has a PhD in the History of Science, Medicine and Technology

Dr. Russell Moul

Science Writer

Russell is a Science Writer with IFLScience and has a PhD in the History of Science, Medicine and Technology.

Science Writer

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From tampons causing toxic shock to the need to detox your body, the science world is full of medical myths. 

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Medicine has advanced in leaps and bounds over the last few centuries. However, the past has been littered with myths and misunderstandings surrounding the way our bodies and treatments work.

Come along on a journey as we explore remarkable, unfounded theories of the past and present, why people may believe these intriguing myths, and the science that has debunked them.

Download this eBook to learn more about:

  • Why people believe in conspiracy theories
  • Interesting past science beliefs that have now been debunked
  • Myths that people may believe now and how science has exposed them



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