Tag: medical misinformation
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Exposing The Child Cancer Scam: BBC Eye and World of Secrets Investigate Global Deception
Overview: A Global scam targeting vulnerable families The BBC Eye team and the World of Secrets podcast have joined forces to unveil a disturbing pattern: a global network of scammers preying on families already fighting for their children’s health. Their investigation reveals how desperate parents, searching for hope and credible treatment, are drawn into elaborate…
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Hiltzik on RFK Jr.: Debunking the Autism-Vaccine Link and the Science That Holds
RFK Jr. and the stubborn claim of a vaccine-autism link The debate over whether vaccines contribute to autism has repeatedly been settled in the laboratory and the clinic: there is no credible evidence supporting a causal link. Yet public figures continue to amplify fears that vaccines, administered in early childhood, trigger autism. The most vocal…
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How Functional Neurological Disorder Is Discussed on X (Twitter): A Mixed-Methods Look at Narratives, Influencers, and Network Structures
Introduction: FND in the Social Media Era Functional neurological disorder (FND) sits at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, challenging both clinicians and patients with its diverse presentations. In recent years, social media has emerged as a crucial arena for information, support, and debate around FND. This article summarizes a mixed-methods study that examined how…
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Intestinal Parasites: Symptoms and Safe Medical Treatment
What are intestinal parasites? Intestinal parasites are organisms that inhabit the digestive tract and feed on nutrients from their host. They include helminths (worms such as roundworms and flatworms) and protozoa (single-celled organisms). While some parasites rely on complex life cycles, others can reproduce inside the human body and trigger symptoms that prompt medical evaluation.…