35 People Who Decided To Spread Their Medical ‘Knowledge’ And Got Rightfully Shamed Over It (New Pics)
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Key Points:
- The internet is rife with medical misinformation, often spread by unqualified individuals, making it crucial to be cautious about health advice found online.
- The Bad Medical Takes account on X highlights and mocks absurd medical claims, gaining 275K followers by exposing misinformation shared by celebrities and the public.
- Studies show that over half of popular mental health TikToks contain misinformation, often oversimplifying complex conditions like PTSD, which require professional diagnosis and treatment.
- Dangerous health trends, such as drinking Borax or anti-vaccine content targeting children, pose serious risks to individuals and communities, exacerbating public health challenges.
- Experts recommend verifying medical claims through reputable fact-checking sites, original sources, and multiple news outlets, while also reporting
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