The Dangers of Unscientific Decision-Making: Healthcare, Climate Change and Beyond

Numerous major mandates have been implemented in the healthcare sector without scientific evidence, causing harm. Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident as there have been instances of unscientific decision-making in recent times. The issue of unscientific actions extends beyond healthcare and has also impacted efforts aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Policies put in place to address this issue were often costly and economically counterproductive, highlighting a pattern of unscientific activity in various areas with potentially serious consequences.

Throughout the pandemic, the phrase “Follow the Science!” was constantly reiterated. However, many policymakers and public health officials did not always heed their own advice, resulting in mistakes that caused harm. These mistakes demonstrate a concerning pattern of unscientific decision-making that extends beyond healthcare and has impacted efforts aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Policies put in place to address these issues were often costly and economically counterproductive, highlighting the need for a greater emphasis on scientific evidence and decision-making.