Homeopathy is a placebo, health officials say.
The Spanish government says homeopathy is a placebo. It can be harmful to people’s health. There is no proof it works.
The Spanish Ministry of Health and the Spanish Health Agency (AEMPS) have reached the same conclusion. They found that homeopathy does not work. The agency’s report warns against using homeopathy instead of regular medicine. This decision is about patient safety. It shows that homeopathic products are not effective.
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Highlights
Homeopathy is a Placebo
The Ministry of Health says homeopathy is a placebo.
No Scientific Evidence
There is no scientific evidence homeopathy works.
Risk to Patient Health
Homeopathy can be risky for patient health.
AEMPS Conclusion
The Health Agency says there is no evidence of effectiveness.
Warning Against Alternatives
Replacing treatments with homeopathy is dangerous.