Common Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Medical science is as yet very imperfectly differentiated from common cure-mongering witchcraft”
About This Quote
Source Play: Arms and the Man, 1894
Medical science often blurs the line with unproven remedies, resembling superstition.
In simple terms: Science vs. pseudoscience.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate health claims.
Themes
science
skepticism
medicine
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- consulting doctors
- health journalism
- policy making
Key Concepts
evidence based practice
medical ethics
public health
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria distinguish science from quackery?
- How can public trust in science be maintained?
A Different Perspective
Not all medical practices are equally rigorous.
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