Are There Examples of Distorted Evidence in Epidemiology?
Yes, there have been several notable examples:
- The MMR Vaccine Controversy: Andrew Wakefield's fraudulent study linking the MMR vaccine to autism led to decreased vaccination rates and outbreaks of measles. - Tamiflu (oseltamivir) Studies: Selective reporting and publication bias in Tamiflu trials led to questions about its efficacy, affecting public health stockpiling decisions. - Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Initial studies suggested HRT reduced heart disease risk, but later, more rigorous studies found it increased the risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular events.
