Former ICMR Chief Soumya Swaminathan Warns Against Online Health Misinformation
Soumya Swaminathan, former Director General of ICMR, has raised serious concerns over health misinformation on social media. She warned that unverified medical advice, especially about vaccines, can create fear, confusion, and even contribute to the resurgence of diseases. Swaminathan urged the government to regulate harmful health content and remove dangerous claims online to protect public health.
