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Here are some trusted, evidence-based resources from leading health organizations & experts!
Videos
Speaker: Ben Goldacre
Overview: In this engaging TED Talk, physician Ben Goldacre walks through how data can be manipulated, how health claims are exaggerated, and what to look out for when evaluating wellness claims and medical research.
Speaker: Dr. Mikhail "Doctor Mike" Varshavski
Overview: In this candid talk, board-certified physician Dr. Mike breaks down why fake health advice goes viral, how to spot overly confident influencers making unverified medical claims, and why healthy skepticism is essential when evaluating health trends on social media.
Online Resources & Fact-Checking Guides
MedlinePlus – Evaluating Health Information
A beginner-friendly guide by the U.S. National Library of Medicine on how to judge the reliability of health information found on the internet and social media.
Cleveland Clinic – How Safe is that TikTok Health Trend?
Medical experts evaluate viral TikTok hacks to explain which trends are harmless and which pose serious health risks.
World Health Organization (WHO) – How to Report Misinformation
Offers clear advice on how to identify cyber-misinformation, understand how health rumors spread online, and take action to stop their reach.
The Journalist's Resource – Interpreting Academic Studies
A step-by-step primer that teaches readers how to interpret research studies, evaluate evidence quality, and recognize limitations before sharing health news.
News Literacy Project – Rumor Guard
A teen-accessible platform that teaches young people how to fact-check viral claims, evaluate sources, and recognize common logical fallacies in online media.
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