Les Rose
@majikthyse.bsky.social
Retired clinical research scientist, but have never been busier. I just don't get paid! Debunker of quackery, classic car owner, RC model flyer, choral singer. Trustee of HealthSense and of Salisbury Musical Society. How did I ever have time to go to work?
So what's going on with this study?
Effect of Bach flower therapy in mothers of premature newborns edzardernst.com/2025/11/effe...
Effect of Bach flower therapy in mothers of premature newborns
The aim of this randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial was to analyze the effect of using Bach's emergency compound, Five-Flower essence, on the stress level of mothers with prema...
edzardernst.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:20 PM
So what's going on with this study?
🌳Vast areas of our most vital habitat are at risk of being lost forever.
Will you join Dame Judi Dench and @wildcard.land in calling for DEFRA to fund the restoration of our publicly owned ancient woodlands?
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/br...
Will you join Dame Judi Dench and @wildcard.land in calling for DEFRA to fund the restoration of our publicly owned ancient woodlands?
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/br...
Bring back the ancient woodlands smothered beneath your timber plantations
Ancient woodlands are vanishing – and with them, some of our most loved and endangered wildlife. Over 100,000 acres of our public forests used to be ancient woodland - that’s bigger than the Isle of W...
you.38degrees.org.uk
November 28, 2025 at 11:23 AM
🌳Vast areas of our most vital habitat are at risk of being lost forever.
Will you join Dame Judi Dench and @wildcard.land in calling for DEFRA to fund the restoration of our publicly owned ancient woodlands?
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/br...
Will you join Dame Judi Dench and @wildcard.land in calling for DEFRA to fund the restoration of our publicly owned ancient woodlands?
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/br...
I blame the ethics committees.
Poorly designed clinical trials are unethical and/or dangerous edzardernst.com/2025/11/six-...
Six reasons why poorly designed clinical trials are unethical and/or dangerous
Clinical trials of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM) - and of course other treatments as well - are often poorly designed. If you don't believe me, read some of my pervious posts; I have written a...
edzardernst.com
November 26, 2025 at 8:46 PM
I blame the ethics committees.
The buck stops with ethics committees.
Waste of participants' good will.
Waste of money.
Waste of effort.
Misleading conclusions. Not only unethical but also very dangerous.
Erosion of Public Trust.
Unwarranted credibility. Belief it is evidence-based is dangerous.
edzardernst.com/2025/11/six-...
By @edzard.bsky.social
Waste of money.
Waste of effort.
Misleading conclusions. Not only unethical but also very dangerous.
Erosion of Public Trust.
Unwarranted credibility. Belief it is evidence-based is dangerous.
edzardernst.com/2025/11/six-...
By @edzard.bsky.social
Six reasons why poorly designed clinical trials are unethical and/or dangerous
Clinical trials of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM) - and of course other treatments as well - are often poorly designed. If you don't believe me, read some of my pervious posts; I have written a...
edzardernst.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The buck stops with ethics committees.
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When Rishi Sunak made the Vaccine deal with Moderna as Chancellor, he had up to £530m invested in Moderna.
Now Michelle Mone is desperately bringing it up.
Like if you want Mone on trial.
RT if you want them both facing the music.
Now Michelle Mone is desperately bringing it up.
Like if you want Mone on trial.
RT if you want them both facing the music.
November 23, 2025 at 6:36 PM
When Rishi Sunak made the Vaccine deal with Moderna as Chancellor, he had up to £530m invested in Moderna.
Now Michelle Mone is desperately bringing it up.
Like if you want Mone on trial.
RT if you want them both facing the music.
Now Michelle Mone is desperately bringing it up.
Like if you want Mone on trial.
RT if you want them both facing the music.
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The Nuremberg Code: is it being followed by researchers of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM)? edzardernst.com/2025/11/the-...
The Nuremberg Code: is it being followed by researchers of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM)?
In the Nuremberg Doctors' Trial of 1946/47, some of the Nazi doctors who had committed crimes against humanity were prosecuted and sentenced. The trial has a historical significance far beyond its ori...
edzardernst.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:10 AM
The Nuremberg Code: is it being followed by researchers of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM)? edzardernst.com/2025/11/the-...
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Essential reading 👇 - The Bear’s analysis of Reform UK's budget.
It's a masterclass in brutal, forensic analysis revealing their "£25bn Plan" is one of imaginary savings and real-world cruelty. 🔥
It's a masterclass in brutal, forensic analysis revealing their "£25bn Plan" is one of imaginary savings and real-world cruelty. 🔥
The truth behind Reform UK’s reckless budget
£25bn of imagined savings, real-world cruelty and mathematics that should come with a trigger warning
eastangliabylines.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Essential reading 👇 - The Bear’s analysis of Reform UK's budget.
It's a masterclass in brutal, forensic analysis revealing their "£25bn Plan" is one of imaginary savings and real-world cruelty. 🔥
It's a masterclass in brutal, forensic analysis revealing their "£25bn Plan" is one of imaginary savings and real-world cruelty. 🔥
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A scar on a beloved place and a stark warning: if we let this pass quietly, it will happen again | Mick Channon
The Camber Sands bio-beads disaster
A scar on a beloved place and a stark warning: if we let this pass quietly, it will happen again
sussexbylines.co.uk
November 23, 2025 at 7:14 AM
A scar on a beloved place and a stark warning: if we let this pass quietly, it will happen again | Mick Channon
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Do me a favor and forward this post.This needs to get out to everyone. We need to be unified.
Congress, pay attention. We the People decide where our money goes — not the President. And we are demanding full support for Ukraine, with everything they need to win. Trump does not hold the power of the purse. The American people do. Act accordingly.
November 22, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Do me a favor and forward this post.This needs to get out to everyone. We need to be unified.
Online sales are closed now, but you can still get tickets on the door from 7 pm. Just turn up at the cathedral.
Oooooo the dress rehearsal is underway for this evenings performance 🎭 The orchestra, soloists, Farrant Singers and us are all here. And it’s sounding amazing! We all can’t wait for this evenings performance and would love you to join us 🤗
November 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Online sales are closed now, but you can still get tickets on the door from 7 pm. Just turn up at the cathedral.
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How much more suffering are they expected to take?
And who can honestly keep ignoring this and think they are a good person?
And who can honestly keep ignoring this and think they are a good person?
November 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
How much more suffering are they expected to take?
And who can honestly keep ignoring this and think they are a good person?
And who can honestly keep ignoring this and think they are a good person?
The US CDC is going full anti-vax:
www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safe...
www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safe...
Autism and Vaccines
Answers to common questions about vaccine safety and autism.
www.cdc.gov
November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The US CDC is going full anti-vax:
www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safe...
www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safe...
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'Aroma shiatsu' for enhancing cognitive function? edzardernst.com/2025/11/arom...
‘Aroma shiatsu’ for enhancing cognitive function?
The effects of aroma shiatsu massage therapy on cognitive function have not been previously investigated. Thus, the objective of this study was to assess the effect of aroma shiatsu massage therapy on...
edzardernst.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:03 PM
'Aroma shiatsu' for enhancing cognitive function? edzardernst.com/2025/11/arom...
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COMIC RELIEF: "The Principle of Homeopathy" edzardernst.com/2025/11/comi...
COMIC RELIEF: “The Principle of Homeopathy”
Every now and then, I come across a paper that stuns me - not because it is so brilliant (scientific articles are supposed to be brilliant) but because of other qualities. Here is a truly impressive e...
edzardernst.com
November 19, 2025 at 8:51 AM
COMIC RELIEF: "The Principle of Homeopathy" edzardernst.com/2025/11/comi...
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A Study of Homeopathy for Reducing Anxiety Symptoms ... just increased my anxiety significantly edzardernst.com/2025/11/a-st...
A Study of Homeopathy for Reducing Anxiety Symptoms … just increased my anxiety significantly
Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent psychiatric conditions, often impairing daily functioning, social interactions, and overall quality of life. Conventional pharmacotherapy can be associat...
edzardernst.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:19 AM
A Study of Homeopathy for Reducing Anxiety Symptoms ... just increased my anxiety significantly edzardernst.com/2025/11/a-st...
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The Effectiveness of Dry Cupping Therapy for Women with MS edzardernst.com/2025/11/effe... via @edzardernst
Effectiveness of Dry Cupping Therapy for Women with MS
Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It can cause severe psychological problems and reduce their Quality of Life (QOL). Cupping therapy is known as a me...
edzardernst.com
November 17, 2025 at 6:14 PM
The Effectiveness of Dry Cupping Therapy for Women with MS edzardernst.com/2025/11/effe... via @edzardernst
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Nigel Farage’s 'Reform UK' has received the 'RUSTY RAZOR' for the “most prolific promotion of pseudoscience” edzardernst.com/2025/10/nige...
Nigel Farage’s ‘Reform UK’ has received the ‘RUSTY RAZOR’ for the “most prolific promotion of pseudoscience”
It has been reported that Nigel Farage’s 'Reform UK' has received an award for being the organisation that engaged in the “most prolific promotion of pseudoscience” during 2025. Each year the UK’s The...
edzardernst.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Nigel Farage’s 'Reform UK' has received the 'RUSTY RAZOR' for the “most prolific promotion of pseudoscience” edzardernst.com/2025/10/nige...
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"Hallucination", the phenomenon of AI-generated, plausible-sounding misinformation edzardernst.com/2025/11/hall...
“Hallucination”, the phenomenon of AI-generated, plausible-sounding misinformation
Large language models (LLMs) can generate false facts, often referred to as "hallucinations". The technique is often used for generating, plausible-sounding, but completely fabricated references in sc...
edzardernst.com
November 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM
"Hallucination", the phenomenon of AI-generated, plausible-sounding misinformation edzardernst.com/2025/11/hall...
Possibly the most difficult music I have ever sung. Hopefully the augmented choir and huge orchestra will do it justice.
Oh yes! Just one week left to get your tickets for a glorious evening of music. Come join us as a start to your festive season #concert #choral #salisbury #wiltshire
November 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Possibly the most difficult music I have ever sung. Hopefully the augmented choir and huge orchestra will do it justice.
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Why the BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump’s excessive attack
By me, at New Statesman
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump’s excessive attack
By me, at New Statesman
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
The BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump's excessive attack
www.newstatesman.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Why the BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump’s excessive attack
By me, at New Statesman
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump’s excessive attack
By me, at New Statesman
www.newstatesman.com/politics/uk-...
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David Allen Green: The BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
The BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
By apologising, the broadcaster has taken the sting out of Trump's excessive attack
www.newstatesman.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:40 PM
David Allen Green: The BBC is right not to pay damages to Trump
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NEW
Performative Litigation Letters
How certain lawyer letters are intended for news and social media consumption
By me, on the legal threats of Truss and now Trump
emptycity.substack.com/p/performati...
Performative Litigation Letters
How certain lawyer letters are intended for news and social media consumption
By me, on the legal threats of Truss and now Trump
emptycity.substack.com/p/performati...
November 13, 2025 at 10:05 AM
NEW
Performative Litigation Letters
How certain lawyer letters are intended for news and social media consumption
By me, on the legal threats of Truss and now Trump
emptycity.substack.com/p/performati...
Performative Litigation Letters
How certain lawyer letters are intended for news and social media consumption
By me, on the legal threats of Truss and now Trump
emptycity.substack.com/p/performati...