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Evidence versus autonomy in TB treatment: a tale of two professions
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Dec 7, 2012

Evidence versus autonomy in TB treatment: a tale of two professions

by Simon Carter and Ewen Speed
Today we are used to the idea that medical therapies and interventions are based on some form of evidence about patient outcomes.  Indeed the new commissioning processes enshrined in the Health and Social Care Act require NHS commissioners to place... More…
Badgers, TB and Culling Uncertainty?
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Oct 5, 2012

Badgers, TB and Culling Uncertainty?

by Simon Carter
I have never really been that bothered about badgers – I noticed: the wildlife programs; the cuddly toys; and even that they have a certain cuteness.  But other than this I had no strong opinions about badgers.  I was then... More…

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