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Radio Program Aims To Counter Ebola Rumours During Congo Bundibugyo Outbreak
Vérité Johnson, a journalist and editorial secretary at the Radio Télévision Mont Bleu station in Bunia, the eastern Ituri province capital where the outbreak is concentrated, decided to produce a new program to combat rumors.
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A New Ebola Strain Is Threatening Fresh Outbreak. What Are Doctors Doing
This is where the Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has erupted in the middle of a grinding conflict that has hollowed out public services and displaced millions.
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More Than 230 Cases Of Diphtheria Reported In Australia; Check Symptoms, Causes, Complications And More
The outbreak has pushed the government to increase vaccination efforts and provide extra funding for public health responses. Officials say that the disease, which was once considered rare in Australia, is making a comeback.
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Congolese Report Constant Burials As Deaths In New Ebola Outbreak Reach 87
At least 87 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in eastern Ituri province, the Africa CDC has said.
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Hantavirus Outbreak Tests Post-Covid Health Communications Playbook
A rodentborne virus with a scary name. A midocean cruise ship in quarantine. Several people dead and more falling sick. It is no wonder that an outbreak
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Hantavirus Myths vs Facts: 7 Myths About The Viral Illness You Should Stop Believing
With information spreading quickly online, many people end up believing myths that create panic or confusion. Doctors say that understanding the facts is important because the illness behaves very differently from viral infections like flu or COVID-1
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Old Hantavirus Tweet Goes Viral: Experts Warn Against Panic, See List Of Reliable Resources
A viral 2022 tweet resurfaced during the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak, fuelling panic online. Experts explain why misinformation spreads during health scares and how people can verify facts before sharing alarming posts.
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You're Not Anti-Science For Questioning Your Supplements, Says Lifestyle Medicine Expert
Many people do not realize there is a big difference between an ingredient that has research behind it and a product that has actually been tested. Most supplement companies take advantage of this confusion.
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Covid Vaccine Claims Go Viral After Elon Musk's Comments; Experts Explain What The Evidence Shows
Covid-19 vaccine claims made by Elon Musk have recently shifted public discourse on the vaccine's efficacy. Here is what medical health authorities, doctors, and scientific data indicate about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
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World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
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World Health Day 2026 Mandate: Why 'Standing With Science' Is the Only Way To Survive The Wellness Misinformation Era
The World Health Organization has introduced a new mandate to combat the rise in health misinformation. Here is what you need to know about why standing with science is key to surviving the wellness misinformation era.
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Misinformation Is The New Disease: Tackling Vaccine Myths In India
Vaccines remain one of the safest and most effective tools in modern medicine, and addressing misinformation is critical to protecting public health.
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Are Young Indians Misinformed About Contraception? Doctor Warns About The Growing Impact Of Social Media Myths
Reliance on inadequate awareness and peer advice contributes to rising unprotected encounters.
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Common Mistakes People Make During Viral Outbreaks And How To Avoid Them
From ignoring early symptoms to self-medication and misinformation, common mistakes during viral outbreaks can worsen spread and severity. Experts explain how science-backed behaviour can protect individuals and communities.
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Radio Program Aims To Counter Ebola Rumours During Congo Bundibugyo Outbreak
Vérité Johnson, a journalist and editorial secretary at the Radio Télévision Mont Bleu station in Bunia, the eastern Ituri province capital where the outbreak is concentrated, decided to produce a new program to combat rumors.
-
A New Ebola Strain Is Threatening Fresh Outbreak. What Are Doctors Doing
This is where the Democratic Republic of Congo's latest Ebola outbreak has erupted in the middle of a grinding conflict that has hollowed out public services and displaced millions.
-
More Than 230 Cases Of Diphtheria Reported In Australia; Check Symptoms, Causes, Complications And More
The outbreak has pushed the government to increase vaccination efforts and provide extra funding for public health responses. Officials say that the disease, which was once considered rare in Australia, is making a comeback.
-
Congolese Report Constant Burials As Deaths In New Ebola Outbreak Reach 87
At least 87 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in eastern Ituri province, the Africa CDC has said.
-
Hantavirus Outbreak Tests Post-Covid Health Communications Playbook
A rodentborne virus with a scary name. A midocean cruise ship in quarantine. Several people dead and more falling sick. It is no wonder that an outbreak
-
Hantavirus Myths vs Facts: 7 Myths About The Viral Illness You Should Stop Believing
With information spreading quickly online, many people end up believing myths that create panic or confusion. Doctors say that understanding the facts is important because the illness behaves very differently from viral infections like flu or COVID-1
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Old Hantavirus Tweet Goes Viral: Experts Warn Against Panic, See List Of Reliable Resources
A viral 2022 tweet resurfaced during the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak, fuelling panic online. Experts explain why misinformation spreads during health scares and how people can verify facts before sharing alarming posts.
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You're Not Anti-Science For Questioning Your Supplements, Says Lifestyle Medicine Expert
Many people do not realize there is a big difference between an ingredient that has research behind it and a product that has actually been tested. Most supplement companies take advantage of this confusion.
-
Covid Vaccine Claims Go Viral After Elon Musk's Comments; Experts Explain What The Evidence Shows
Covid-19 vaccine claims made by Elon Musk have recently shifted public discourse on the vaccine's efficacy. Here is what medical health authorities, doctors, and scientific data indicate about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine.
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World Health Day 2026: Disclaimers And Fact-Checking In The Age Of Social Media Aren't Optional Any More, Here's Why
As AI tools and social media "experts" reshape how people consume health advice, experts warn that missing disclaimers and poor fact-checking can be dangerous. Here's why verifying health information is critical in today's digital age.
-
World Health Day: Google, AI Chatbots Cannot Diagnose Or Care For You Like Doctors Can
Symptoms are not search terms, and health cannot be accurately understood through algorithms alone.
-
World Health Day 2026 Mandate: Why 'Standing With Science' Is the Only Way To Survive The Wellness Misinformation Era
The World Health Organization has introduced a new mandate to combat the rise in health misinformation. Here is what you need to know about why standing with science is key to surviving the wellness misinformation era.
-
Misinformation Is The New Disease: Tackling Vaccine Myths In India
Vaccines remain one of the safest and most effective tools in modern medicine, and addressing misinformation is critical to protecting public health.
-
Are Young Indians Misinformed About Contraception? Doctor Warns About The Growing Impact Of Social Media Myths
Reliance on inadequate awareness and peer advice contributes to rising unprotected encounters.
-
Common Mistakes People Make During Viral Outbreaks And How To Avoid Them
From ignoring early symptoms to self-medication and misinformation, common mistakes during viral outbreaks can worsen spread and severity. Experts explain how science-backed behaviour can protect individuals and communities.
