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by mrnobody_67 2474 days ago
The data on the ineffectiveness of common surgeries is overwhelming, yet they continue to be performed, because compensation is tied to it.

The "Do something" syndrome is strong - https://fs.blog/2015/06/do-something-syndrome/

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I think it was Taleb who said the best way to assassinate a public figure is to provide them with a personal physician