![]() So, yes, celebrities’ health bunk matters a great deal, in part because the size of their megaphone greatly amplifies the spread of the misinformation they believe. Celebrity figures like podcast host Joe Rogan and football player Aaron Rodgers have greatly added to the chaotic information regarding COVID-19 by magnifying unsupported claims. Indeed, one need only consider the degree to which Jenny McCarthy gave life to the vile claim that autism is linked to vaccination. If people want to waste their money on ridiculous vagina eggs, bogus diets or unproven alternative remedies, why should we care? Buyer beware, a fool and their money, a sucker is born every minute, etc., etc.īut we know, now more than ever, that pop culture can-for better or worse-have a significant impact on health beliefs and behaviors. But it is also an opportunity to highlight several realities about pseudoscience, celebrity physicians and the current regulatory environment that allows people like him to continue to call themselves doctor.īefore the pandemic I often heard people argue that the wellness woo coming from celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Tom Brady and Oz was mostly harmless noise. ![]() Indeed, as Senator Oz, it’s all but guaranteed he would bring pseudoscience to the table when crafting and voting on legislation that affects the health and welfare of Americans.Īs viewed by someone who researches the spread of health misinformation, Oz’s candidacy remains deeply grating in that “of course he is” kind of way. Much of Oz’s advice was bunk before the pandemic, it is bunk now, and there is no reason to assume it won’t be bunk after-even if he becomes Senator Oz. His candidacy is a reminder that tolerating and/or enabling celebrity pseudoscience (I’m thinking of you, Oprah Winfrey!) can have serious and enduring consequences. This move is very on brand for both Oz and the Republican Party. Misinformation-spouting celebrities seem to be a GOP favorite. So, are we surprised that Oz is running as a Republican for the U.S. He’s built a tremendous following around his lucrative but evidence-free advice. This assertion has been thoroughly debunked. Some of these things have been potentially harmful, including hydroxychloroquine, which he once touted would be beneficial in the treatment or prevention of COVID. Oz, has long pushed misleading, science-free and unproven alternative therapies such as homeopathy, as well as fad diets, detoxes and cleanses. Unlike others, you won’t have to wait for 90 minutes while the pad fills up or primes during the initial setup.While holding a medical license, Mehmet Oz, widely known as Dr. Easy to Set Up: You’ll be ready to sleep within minutes of connection with the Dock Pro.More Comfortable Mattress Topper: Chilipad Pro is constructed with TPU, a more flexible and comfortable membrane that is more suitable for mattress pads than PVC.You have the option to select from a “Me” or “We.” ![]() Half or Full Bed Option: We offer two mattress pad options.Easy to Clean: Our mattress topper, the Chilipad Pro, is 100% machine washable and dryable. ![]()
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