To take on trust everything that science states is an absolute truth can be very dangerous. It was a given fact that the earth was flat not so long ago. Radiation exposures are given arbitrary levels stated to be safe as a result of some very dubious science. Chemicals formerly in widespread use have been found to be highly toxic, yet previously declared safe. DDT being a prime example. Asbestos was sprinkled about like talcum powder for decades before the true danger was publicised. Tobacco has a similar history.
One can argue the rights and wrongs of this for ever, and from many perspectives. However the fact remains that science can be fallible.
In addition when money and politics enter the equation truth takes a back seat.