Category Archives: Science

Oxymoronically Speaking: Medical Science

Posted on May 18, 2020 by S. E. Jackson

Yes, you read that correctly. I am claiming the term medical science is an oxymoron. With that said, I am not attacking doctors, nurses, or most other health professionals. I am saying the chant “Follow the science!” as applied to … Continue reading →

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Traditionally Speaking

Posted on April 29, 2020 by S. E. Jackson

Okay, the title is a bit of a play on words. This is not about how you, me, or anyone else speaks. Instead, it is a bit of musing over the impact the coronavirus crisis may have on time-honored traditions, … Continue reading →

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Intelligent Stupidity?

Posted on March 18, 2020 by S. E. Jackson

If you think about it, human intelligence is a fascinating topic. For example, depending on the source consulted, there are eight to ten different ways of classifying one’s intelligence quotient. That is why some people can solve complex formulas in … Continue reading →

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Seriously Doc?!

Posted on February 12, 2020 by S. E. Jackson

The practice of medicine today is probably one of the most important, frustrating, and confusing professions in the world.  For example, through a series of events recently, I ended up in the cardiac unit at my local hospital. It wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Scientifically Clueless?

Posted on April 26, 2017 by S. E. Jackson

For Earth Day 2017 thousands of people in the United States marched in support of science and the planet. They displayed signs, made speeches, and generally let it be known they backed science and scientist. Reportedly, they believe science is … Continue reading →

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