The Economist examines health misinformation and influencers in medicine
The Economist released a two-part podcast series examining the conflict between health influencers and evidence-based medicine. The series features medical professionals and journalists discussing how the internet is reshaping health information and how people can identify trustworthy sources. The topic addresses growing concerns about misinformation's impact on public health decision-making.
The Economist's podcast series on science and technology explores the intersection of social media influence and medical practice through two episodes. Part one, featuring doctor and author Deborah Cohen, examines how the internet is disrupting traditional health care information systems. Part two, hosted by journalist and author Helen Pearson, focuses on practical guidance for identifying credible health information sources. The series addresses the broader challenge of health misinformation in the digital age, where influencers and non-experts can reach large audiences with medical claims.
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Influencers v evidence-based medicine (part two)
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Influencers v evidence-based medicine (part one)
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