Does Prescrire's editorial staff have conflicts of interest?

摘要

As a Prescrire reader and subscriber, almost since the beginning, I also take part in several Internet forums, including the Prescrire readers' forum, "Lecteurs Prescrire ".Last year, at the Prescrire Encounters in Brussels, you told us that one member of the team, whose identity was not disclosed, also worked at the French National Authority for Health (HAS). I must admit that at the time I did not quite grasp the problem posed by this situation.This member decided to take part in our Forum and very honestly (for which I warmly thank him) divulged the dual affiliation to our group.Like other members of the Forum, who may also air their views if they wish, I find this situation problematic and feel it could undermine our long-standing confidence in Prescrire.