It seems unfair to blame science and scientists for how their work is reported. Scientists are skeptics, and are fully aware that the latest press release is no

It seems unfair to blame science and scientists for how their work is reported. Scientists are skeptics, and are fully aware that the latest press release is not the “last” word. Reporters are not teachers - their job is to tell stories that sell ads, not wallow in subtlety. If you want to learn about new science, stay away from the popular press.