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New study suggests paracetamol not as effective a painkiller as has been thought

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Paracetamol is the most popular pain-killer in the world. Source: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

A new Australian study suggests paracetamol may be no better than a placebo [[pluh-SEE-bo]] when it comes to treating a wide range of pain conditions.


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By Nicola Canning

Presented by Yasmeen Ahmed

Source: SBS



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A new Australian study suggests paracetamol may be no better than a placebo [[pluh-SEE-bo]] when it comes to treating a wide range of pain conditions.



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