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  1. There are two reasons I'm skeptical about psychedelic science

    There are two reasons I'm skeptical about psychedelic science

    Leiden (Netherlands), Since I was young I have been intrigued by altered states of consciousness, such as out-of-body experiences, paranormal phenomena and religious visions. I studied psychology and neuroscience to better understand how these experiences arise. And in my scientific career I...
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  2. 'Placebo' or 'sham' surgery is no cruel trick – it can be very effective

    'Placebo' or 'sham' surgery is no cruel trick – it can be very effective

    Leicester (UK), Ten years ago, a scan revealed that I had a torn meniscus in my knee. The pain was severe and I was limping most of the time. My doctor recommended arthroscopic knee surgery to repair it.Afraid of the scalpel, I asked if there were other options. He said I could try...
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  3. Semaglutide ingredient may help protect kidney function in obese people: Study

    Semaglutide ingredient may help protect kidney function in obese people: Study

    Washington [US], Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, has been shown in the Select trial to be effective in preventing loss of kidney function in people who are overweight or obese and in Have cardiovascular problem. disease, but not diabetes, notable secondary...
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