Why is it important to know the science of health? Simply put, because there is a lot of misinformation out there—from anecdotes disguised as evidence to excessive claims made by supplement manufacturers to TV doctors touting the latest "miracle cure."
On this page you'll find tools to help you better understand complex scientific topics that relate to health research so that you can be discerning about what you hear and read and make well-informed decisions about your health.
So, what are you waiting for? Dive in, and get to know the science.
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Know the Science: 9 Questions To Help You Make Sense of Health Research
Understanding the basics of scientific studies to help you make better health decisions.
Know the Science: The Facts About Health News Stories
Find out how to tell if a news story is reliable or has missing, misleading, or conflicting information.
Know the Science: How Medications and Supplements Can Interact
Find out if the drugs and supplements you take may interact in a harmful way.
Know, Discover, Get Informed: Videos
Know More
- Finding and Evaluating Online Resources on Complementary Health Approaches
- How To Find Information About Complementary Health Approaches (PubMed)
- Understanding Risk: What Do Those Headlines Really Mean? (NIA)
- Understanding Medical Words (NLM)
- Frequently Asked Questions About Clinical Research (NHGRI)
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