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coronavirus Mar. 15, 2020

As Coronavirus Panic Spreads, So Do the ScamsSorry, but essential oils, vitamins, and “nano-silver” aren’t going to protect you from COVID-19.

By Sarah Jones
July 10, 2017

Trump’s CDC Pick Peddled ‘Anti-Aging’ Medicine to Her Gynecologic PatientsBrenda Fitzgerald is still among the most defensible appointments Trump has made.

By Eric Levitz
snake oil Sept. 28, 2016

You Probably Shouldn’t Drink This Coffee That Promises to Make Men Better at SexIt’s not the kind of morning pick-me-up you’re looking for.

By Chris Crowley

Snake Oil May 22, 2012

Judge Deems POM Wonderful’s Health-Centric Advertising MisleadingAnd strangely, the company couldn’t be more thrilled.

By Hadley Tomicki
Snake Oil Dec. 6, 2011

And Now: Two New Hangover Cures to Get You Through the HolidaysThe FDA approved a new hangover pill today!

By Jay Barmann