> I think this is unnecessarily conspiratorial. Medical tests often have much more uncertainty than most expect, and many interventions are net negative on average.
If a crucial test is giving false positives, rather than dismissing the test altogether, it would be more beneficial to adjust the response protocols, invest in improving the test's accuracy, or focus on better informing patients about the potential risks and benefits. Discarding a test entirely could lead to missed opportunities for early detection and intervention, which can be crucial for certain conditions. There has to be some balance between skepticism and the potential value of medical tests and screenings.
If a crucial test is giving false positives, rather than dismissing the test altogether, it would be more beneficial to adjust the response protocols, invest in improving the test's accuracy, or focus on better informing patients about the potential risks and benefits. Discarding a test entirely could lead to missed opportunities for early detection and intervention, which can be crucial for certain conditions. There has to be some balance between skepticism and the potential value of medical tests and screenings.