Misinformation

Dec 152 min read

Breaking Down Vaccines: Myths, Facts, and Their Impact on Health

source: https://www.wellable.co/blog/vaccine-hesitancy-a-call-for-employers-to-help/ With flu season in full swing and illnesses surging...

Green Mucus Means Infection: Fact or Fiction?

Amanda Landeros

Dec 132 min read

Green Mucus Means Infection: Fact or Fiction?

You’ve probably heard people say that green mucus means you have an infection. It’s a common belief that has been passed around for...

Cold Weather Myths: Does Being Cold Really Give You a Cold?

Amanda Landeros

Dec 72 min read

Cold Weather Myths: Does Being Cold Really Give You a Cold?

We’ve all heard it: “Don’t go outside without a jacket, or you’ll catch a cold!” But is that actually true? Can cold weather itself make...

Does Your Body Really ‘Reset’ Every 7 Years? Here’s the Deal on Cell Regeneration

Amanda Landeros

Dec 71 min read

Does Your Body Really ‘Reset’ Every 7 Years? Here’s the Deal on Cell Regeneration

Introduction You’ve probably heard the myth: “Every 7 years, your body completely renews itself.” Sounds cool, right? But unfortunately,...

Digital Health Literacy: How to Evaluate Online Health Information and Avoid Misinformation

Elvis Leighton

Dec 23 min read

Digital Health Literacy: How to Evaluate Online Health Information and Avoid Misinformation

The internet has revolutionized the way we access health information. With just a few clicks, we can find answers to our health-related...

The Resurgence of Measles: Understanding the Causes, Impact, and Strategies for Prevention

abeez_abin

Nov 204 min read

The Resurgence of Measles: Understanding the Causes, Impact, and Strategies for Prevention

Measles, once on the brink of eradication in many parts of the world, has made an alarming comeback in recent years. Despite the...

Fruit Salad or Veggie Platter? Why You Need Both!

Amanda Landeros

Oct 192 min read

Fruit Salad or Veggie Platter? Why You Need Both!

Are fruits enough to skip veggies? Nope! Learn why both are essential for a balanced diet and what you're missing by cutting out vegetables.

Amanda Landeros

Oct 191 min read

The 5-Second Rule: Myth or Meal Saver?

We’ve all been there—accidentally dropping a piece of food on the floor and wondering if it's still safe to eat. For years, people have...

Debunking the Myth: The Truth About Antiperspirants and Cancer

Amanda Landeros

Oct 62 min read

Debunking the Myth: The Truth About Antiperspirants and Cancer

The idea that antiperspirants might cause cancer has circulated for years, sparking concern due to ingredients like aluminum compounds...

Understanding the shockingly common rate of bipolar misdiagnosis

Callie Tse

Sep 154 min read

Understanding the shockingly common rate of bipolar misdiagnosis

Bipolar misdiagnosis is probably more common than you think. A 2018 review found that up to 40% of bipolar patients are misdiagnosed, and...

Rachael Ng

Jan 13 min read

It’s Okay to Have Recessive Genes

Introduction When someone inherits a recessive trait, you might feel envious of or sympathetic towards them. Why is this the case? Are...

The Invisible Battle Against Rare Diseases in the Shadows of Diagnosis

Caroldemort :3

Dec 12, 20234 min read

The Invisible Battle Against Rare Diseases in the Shadows of Diagnosis

In the world of medicine, figuring out what's going on with a rare disease is like trying to solve a mystery without all the clues. It's...

Scottie O'Melia

Jul 29, 20232 min read

OCD or OCPD? What's the difference?

What is OCD? OCD or as medically referred to, obsessive compulsive disorder, is a disorder that is commonly misused by a majority of the...