Summary:
The book critically examines the misuse of science by sensationalist media, quack therapists, pharmaceutical companies, and alternative medicine practitioners. It exposes how these entities manipulate scientific evidence, mislead the public, and promote pseudoscience, while also providing tools for readers to evaluate scientific claims.
Key points:
1. Misinterpretation of Data: Goldacre criticizes media and companies for distorting scientific studies for their benefit, causing public confusion.
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