Big Pharma conspiracy theories
Big Pharma Conspiracy Theories
Big Pharma conspiracy theories (/bɪg ˈfɑːrmə kənˈspɪrəsi θɪəriːz/) refer to a range of theories that accuse the pharmaceutical industry, often referred to as "Big Pharma", of a variety of unethical, clandestine activities. These theories often involve allegations of collusion between pharmaceutical companies and various other entities, such as governments and medical professionals, to manipulate or suppress information for financial gain.
Etymology
The term "Big Pharma" is a portmanteau of "big" and "pharmaceuticals", referring to the large, multinational pharmaceutical companies. The term "conspiracy theory" (/kənˈspɪrəsi θɪəri/) originates from the mid-19th century, with the word "conspiracy" deriving from the Latin conspirare, meaning "to breathe together" or "to unite in a purpose", and "theory" from the Greek theoria, meaning "contemplation or speculation".
Related Terms
- Pharmaceutical industry: The commercial industry responsible for the research, development, production, and distribution of drugs.
- Conspiracy theory: A belief that some covert but influential organization is responsible for an unexplained event.
- Collusion: Secret or illegal cooperation or conspiracy in order to deceive others.
- Medical ethics: The system of moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine.
Overview
Big Pharma conspiracy theories often revolve around the idea that pharmaceutical companies, in collusion with other entities such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and medical professionals, deliberately suppress natural cures or other alternative treatments in favor of more expensive, patented drugs. These theories often extend to include allegations of creating or exacerbating diseases, manipulating research results, and influencing medical education and policy.
While these theories are widely circulated, they are generally not supported by empirical evidence and are often considered pseudoscientific. Critics argue that these theories often rely on misunderstanding or misrepresentation of the scientific method, medical practice, and the nature of the pharmaceutical industry.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Big Pharma conspiracy theories
- Wikipedia's article - Big Pharma conspiracy theories
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