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RCS wins IRB approval by Dr. David A. Jackson -- When RCS (Research &
Clinical Science) was recently awarded IRB approval, I proudly announced the
fact to a few colleagues. I was met with polite
but blank stares, and I was reminded once again how little we, as
chiropractors, know about the arcane world of research. |
| WCA receives NGO 'good standing'
report --
The World Chiropractic Alliance (WCA) has been informed that it remains
"in good standing" as a non‑governmental organization. |
| House bill would mandate military
chiropractic study --
Legislation now making its way through the U.S. Congress contains a
major provision mandating an extensive study of the costs and most
importantly the offsets and cost savings to be found in implementing a
full, permanent and system‑wide chiropractic benefits program in the
U.S. military. |
| NBCE accused of 'dirty politics'
-- James Badge, DC, of Arizona,
was unseated as District IV director to the National Board of
Chiropractic Examiners' (NBCE) Board of Directors at its Annual Board and
State Delegates' Meeting in Montreal, Quebec, Canada,
on May 7. |
| Marketplace of ideas by Dr. Matthew
McCoy -- Politics is driven
by the worldview of individuals and groups and these views shape
cultures as well as professions. Politics drive policy. And politicians
need the research and evidence to create and/or alter policy. Ignoring
politics is suicide. |
