On Feb 9, 2007, at 6:39 AM, D. Jay Newman wrote: > > What are the problems with applying the scientific method to human > health issue? > The basic problem seems to be in the assumption that test subjects are nearly identical, when it becomes increasingly clear that there's tremendous variations between individuals when it comes to things like the body's reaction to diseases and/or drugs... BillW -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist