Media’s dubious interpretations of `just the facts’ Dennis Byrne gives us the “10 most misleading, inaccurate or downright lazy news coverage interpretations of statistics or scientific research during the year,” as compiled by the Statistical Assessment Service’s 2002 Dubious Data Awards.

Study: Frequency of alcohol use is what cuts heart risks Hmmm … “Almost regardless of other factors associated with drinking – frequency of use seemed to be what reduced the subsequent risk of a heart attack,” says Dr. Kenneth Mukamal of Harvard University Medical School. According to the article: “Those who drank at least three […]