We all need to understand that science isn’t what many think it is. It isn’t pristine and complete with all knowing answers. Any of you going through or post menopausal might recall “settled” science of the late 20th century that put all women on hormone replacement therapy— science then turning an about face before 2000, claiming that nearly no one should take HRT because of supposed heart disease and cancer risk. And now, nuance. When a government strives to be more transparent with science, we, as consumers of information, need to understand that it’s messy, that leaning on the side of do no harm also means at times sharing information that is cautionary, not conclusive, with a hope that we dig in with our providers to make good personal choices. As to the current ruffle with Tylenol, if you or your loved one is pregnant and sick, don’t take anything OTC without consulting your doctor. You may need to be evaluated, your med profile considered, you definitely need any dosing information. Of OTC meds, Tylenol is among the most frequent overdoses for pregnant women. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16351032/. https://obgyn.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1579§ionid=97013723 It is serious for you and your unborn. As to autism, looking for a single “cause” may be folly (it may be multifactorial and differ along the spectrum), but the search is important, and I predict finding answers will be a bumpy ride. Correlation invites exploration of causation.
I’ve certainly used the words causation and correlation a lot this week…probably more than I have in most of my life….and I’m a scientist. Article is definitely still relative and important. Great conversation this week in Bedford NY…great books and you linked me to a new author to follow. Penitence is a fantastic read!
Dreaming that I can see you in Chicago one day!
I’m with you!
If Max gets into UChicago Law School, count on it! You too Lisa :)
We all need to understand that science isn’t what many think it is. It isn’t pristine and complete with all knowing answers. Any of you going through or post menopausal might recall “settled” science of the late 20th century that put all women on hormone replacement therapy— science then turning an about face before 2000, claiming that nearly no one should take HRT because of supposed heart disease and cancer risk. And now, nuance. When a government strives to be more transparent with science, we, as consumers of information, need to understand that it’s messy, that leaning on the side of do no harm also means at times sharing information that is cautionary, not conclusive, with a hope that we dig in with our providers to make good personal choices. As to the current ruffle with Tylenol, if you or your loved one is pregnant and sick, don’t take anything OTC without consulting your doctor. You may need to be evaluated, your med profile considered, you definitely need any dosing information. Of OTC meds, Tylenol is among the most frequent overdoses for pregnant women. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16351032/. https://obgyn.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?bookid=1579§ionid=97013723 It is serious for you and your unborn. As to autism, looking for a single “cause” may be folly (it may be multifactorial and differ along the spectrum), but the search is important, and I predict finding answers will be a bumpy ride. Correlation invites exploration of causation.
We had the best time together... if we are lucky, we can do it again for book #2!
Fantastic to see you in Bedford, loved meeting Kristen as well. 😘
I’ve certainly used the words causation and correlation a lot this week…probably more than I have in most of my life….and I’m a scientist. Article is definitely still relative and important. Great conversation this week in Bedford NY…great books and you linked me to a new author to follow. Penitence is a fantastic read!
I am SO glad that you were able to make it Alecia!