Australian Skeptics in the Pub - THE PLACEBO EFFECT

What is the Placebo Effect - does it really exist? And if so, how does it operate?

Find out all this and more at our May Skeptics in the Pub, when Dr Sue Ieraci will explore one of the most mythologised and misunderstood effects in medicine.

Dr Sue is an emergency physician who uses social media to counter health misinformation. She has been an active member of Stop the AVN and Friends of Science in Medicine.

After the presentation:
Following the presentation and question time, we will hand the microphone over to one audience member for a 5 minute chat on a sceptical topic of their choice. It can be a news item, your own sceptical "special subject" or an encounter with everyday scepticism. If you're interested in sharing something with your fellow pubbers, contact us before the talk.
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On the first Thursday of each month, Australian Skeptics and friends get together for Skeptics in the Pub. People generally start arriving at around 6pm after work. The talk begins at 7pm and lasts for about 30 minutes. The night finishes when the last person leaves.

Enjoy a meal and a drink accompanied by lively discussion, free spoon bending lessons and the company of other sceptics, as we cover a variety of interesting topics.

There is no need to belong to Australian Skeptics - all are welcome. Bring friends too.

Please take a moment to read our Code of Conduct.

REMINDER - If you are feeling ill or showing any signs or symptoms of a possible COVID (or indeed any) infection, please do not attend.

Parking is available nearby at:

• 71 York Street Car Park (Wilson Parking)
• Landmark Car Park (Secure Parking), 24 York Street
• 321 Kent Street Car Park (Wilson Parking), ENTRY 86 Sussex Street
• Queen Victoria Building Car Park (Wilson Parking), 111 York Street