10:23 Campaign
== 10:23 Campaign ==
The 10:23 Campaign is an international protest against homeopathy, organized by the Merseyside Skeptics Society. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the lack of scientific evidence supporting homeopathic remedies and to promote evidence-based medicine.
History[edit | edit source]
The 10:23 Campaign was launched in January 2010. The name "10:23" is derived from Avogadro's number, which is approximately 6.022 x 10^23. This number is significant in the context of homeopathy because it represents the point at which a substance is diluted to the extent that it is unlikely to contain even a single molecule of the original substance.
Objectives[edit | edit source]
The primary objectives of the 10:23 Campaign are:
- To educate the public about the scientific consensus on homeopathy.
- To challenge the sale and marketing of homeopathic products.
- To encourage regulatory bodies to scrutinize the claims made by homeopathic practitioners.
Activities[edit | edit source]
The campaign has organized several high-profile events, including mass "overdose" demonstrations where participants consume large quantities of homeopathic remedies to show that they have no effect. These events have taken place in various cities around the world, including London, Sydney, and New York City.
Support and Criticism[edit | edit source]
The 10:23 Campaign has received support from various scientific and skeptical organizations, including Sense About Science and the James Randi Educational Foundation. However, it has also faced criticism from proponents of homeopathy, who argue that the campaign misrepresents their practices and beliefs.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The campaign has been successful in generating media coverage and public discussion about homeopathy. It has also contributed to increased scrutiny of homeopathic products by regulatory agencies in several countries.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Homeopathy
- Evidence-based medicine
- Skepticism
- Merseyside Skeptics Society
- James Randi Educational Foundation
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