Fake news about President Trump suffering from COVID-19 is viral in China

March 16, 2020

China’s most popular messaging app WeChat is abuzz with fake news that President Donald Trump has coronavirus after he recently came in close contact with the...

In Conversation

Medical misinformation – a public health threat

January 10, 2020

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In today’s global village, where information is just a click away, how do we combat medical misinformation? Dr Ahmad Firdaus, President and Co-founder of...

OP-ED

Medical myths and misinformation: A rising epidemic

December 6, 2019

If the tide of health related misinformation and fake news is left unchecked it will snowball with deleterious impact on our overall well-being and healthcare...

OP-ED

No, bee venom therapy is not safe!

November 22, 2019

Bee venom is traditionally used to relieve various medical conditions. Patients need to be fully informed of the dangers of bee venom therapy before undergoing...

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First Check

No, a needle prick cannot be used as first aid for stroke

September 29, 2019

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A widely circulated message on how to save someone from stroke with the help of a needle has garnered thousands of views and shares on social media. We find...

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Misinformation and vaccine hesitancy putting lives of millions of children at risk in India

August 30, 2019

Owing to medical misinformation and vaccine hesitancy some of the deadly diseases, which were once completely eradicated in India are making a comeback. Dr...