Social media helps to disseminate medical and scientific knowledge to the public but the high levels of harassment may lead experts to limit their social media...
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The CDC data points out that the spread of false information and disinformation about COVID-19 vaccines has weakened public confidence and placed lives at...
As the virus evolves, the company seeks the Oversight Board’s opinion on the need to formulate a new content moderation strategy Facebook has been flooded with...
Leaders in the technology industry from across the globe shared insights on building effective collaborations between tech companies, health authorities, and...
While flaxseed is a rich source of essential fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids, more research is needed regarding the possible risks and benefits of...
Juicing removes fiber from fruits and veggies; consuming them in a solid form is the healthier option. Fiber is known to be effective in preventing certain...
A tweet claiming that “Government of Canada data shows the triple vaccinated are over 5x more likely to die of COVID-19 than the unvaccinated” is based on...
Although vaccines may contain mercury, formaldehyde and aluminium, there’s no cause for concern. There are several stories on social media claiming that...
Medical and scientific community need to champion the cause of health fact-checking to combat the virus of misinformation. COVID-19 pandemic came with a flow...
The health misinformation crisis won’t end with the pandemic. It’s important for healthcare professionals to be well-versed with fact-checking. Information...