Comments on: Skeptics with a K – Episode #008

By: AexMagd

AexMagd — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:43:21 +0000

I walk past the NHS Homeopathic Hospital in central London every day on the way to work. It makes me sad, but then I get to reject manuscripts about homeopathy *in* work, which makes it OK again.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:43:38 +0000

Much as I wish it was issued by the government, the Malaria leaflet in question is actually published by GlaxoSmithKline.

The government (via the NHS) seem to be a bit wishy-washy on homeopathy. Certainly, the attitude displayed on the NHS website seems to be “scientists say it doesn’t work, but homeopaths disagree”.

By: Michael

Michael — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:49:14 +0000

I was in the doctor’s tonight. Whilst I was waiting I was looking at some leaflets. One was on MALARIA. On the back of the leaflet there was a section on ‘MALARIA MYTHS (Myths associated with Malaria)’. The final myth read:

MYTH: I’m taking homeopathic medicines to protect against malaria so I don’t need to do anything else to protect myself.
FACT: There is NO evidence that homeopathic or herbal medication will protect you from malaria. Seek advice on antimalarial medication from a healthcare professional before you travel.

Now this is issued by the GOVERNMENT. Who try and get healthcare correct ‘cos they pay for it with our money.
They should issue a statement saying that homeopathic medicines are just f***ing water.

By: Alexander

Alexander — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:59:27 +0000

Hey guys, excellent work, I started listening to your podcast a few weeks ago and have been hooked since. I especially like how down to earth you guys are and your honest opinions, based on fact , of all the bullsh*t that goes on in Britain and around the world. Thanks again and keep up the good work, I eagerly await my next ‘fix’ of common sense.
Alexander (Scotland, Edinburgh)

By: AexMagd

AexMagd — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:17:09 +0000

Loving the group moan of horror at 52:24

I think it’s your brains pouring out of your ears after being liquefied by Dr Werner

By: Dr*T

Dr*T — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:41:45 +0000

Gosh…wow… gave me the shock of my life driving down the M4 this morning at 6.38am listening to this week’s edition to find myself not only namechecked, but imagineered as a big, black, bling-ed bloke.

Hopefully there’ll be more on that story soon (MHRA aren’t speed demons).

Cheers,

Dr*T

By: Hayley

Hayley — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:34:25 +0000

Boots sale homeopathy?! Wow. Who knew.
Good episode and nice West Country accent :p

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:43:41 +0000

To sign the petition calling for a halt to politically-driven drugs information, visit http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/no-bad-drug-info/