John Milton wrote:
How do you explain the scientifically proven fact that prayer improves the health of suffering patients who are unaware of the prayer?
On Wednesday, March 12, 1997 6:30 AM, Wade T. Smith wade_smith@harvard.edu replied:
Within the 'scientific community' this has not been proved, there have
indeed not been adequately structured trials.
anonymous responds thus:
I was unaware of this contention. Can you elaborate and substantiate, please?
Regards,
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