It is important for a doctor and patient to maintain clear communication. This will help patients recover faster and they will also feel heard. The digital times we live in are defined by a deluge of information.
Be it the television which relays news 24/7, or the internet where everything is available at the tip of your fingertips, information is easily accessible. However, the question to be asked is: Is all information that is thrown at us reliable? Especially information related to one's health and well-being? The answer is both yes and no. While it is commendable that the digital age has made people acutely aware of health conditions and illnesses, it has also led to rampant spreading of medical misinformation, which can do more harm than an absolute lack of information.
Health And Social Media A case in point is the circulation of WhatsApp forwards highlighting something as 'urgent' or 'grave' without backing it up with substantial evidence. Unfortunately, it is the senior citizens, who are still getting used to this fast-paced world of information-sharing, that become primary victims of this fallacy. For example, during the Covid-19 pandemic , many seniors consumed, believed and shared fake news related to vaccines on WhatsApp, creating nothing short of a nightmare for healthcare professionals worldwide.
Overcoming Medical Misinformation What can a doctor do to prevent such circumstances in the future? Building trust with one's patient is crucial to overcome medical mi.
