THRIVE Medical Misinformation 2nd of 2
In a time when society is drowning in tsunamis of misinformation, it is possible to change the world for the better if we repeat the truth often and loud enough. – Alberto Cairo Click Here to View Expert Tackles viral health misinformation on social media Length: 8 Minutes See Also: Harmful Health Information in Podcast, 5 Minutes ******* Succeed and Soar’s “Thrive! “presents practices that can improve life. This post presents Part 2 of 2 articles on Medical Misinformation [See Part 1of 2]. First, thank you to Kelsey Cowles, MLIS; Rachel Suppok, MLIS, & Rebekah Miller, MLIS for providing these insights from the Research & Instruction Librarians at the University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System. ******* Following the first, “Medical Misinformation Alert” post, keep in mind, if a health claim seems suspicious, investigate. Before trusting or sharing that advice, investigate. Check the information source. This might involve Googling a website to learn what other sources say. Go beyond the site’s “About” page. Find an influencer for external perspective. Question credentials (if any). Are they relevant? What have experts said about them, if anything? Do the sources seem suspicious? If backgrounds don’t seem reliable, seek more information. For instance, if you saw a claim that celery juice cures diabetes, Google “celery juice diabetes.” Study the results. Try to pick sources that seem reliable. Keep in mind, AI overviews at the top of search results can be inaccurate. Here are trustworthy, online health information resources: MedlinePlus – from the National Library of Medicine, this sites provides information about drugs, procedures, and conditions. Science Feedback – experts review health claims, investigate what the scientific evidence says then share conclusions and summaries. Here are more fact-checking websites. Based on Science – experts answer common health questions. As Kelsey Cowles, MLIS; Rachel Suppok, MLIS, and Rebekah Miller, MLIS recommend, when not sure about health advice, investigate claims before trusting or sharing. Asking a trusted physician or pharmacist are also great options. Succeed and Soar! Sandra Gould Ford Presenting arts experiences to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thinking and inspire. Comment Press the picture and share your thoughts, suggestions and praise. ******* Fine Art America Fancy Fleece Blanket Luxuriously soft Select either vertical or horizontal placement of art Fleece can be either Plush [soft and furry on both sides] or Sherpa [smooth like a soft sweater on artwork side]. Shorter threads allow sharper image. Dozens of background color choices Two sizes [50” x 60” and 60” x 80”] View All Fancy Fleece Winter-Theme Blankets Thanks for shopping!