Health Misinformation

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Which of the following below best defines "misinformation"? Options: False information spread deliberately to deceive, False or correct information spread intentionally or unintentionally, Real information or images are manipulated to deceive the reader, When genuine or real sources are imitated

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False or correct information spread intentionally or unintentionally

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Which of the following is a fact checking website that is used within the Public Health Profession? Poltifact, Snopes, Media Bias, All of the above

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All of the above

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, misinformation was often seen or read on a social media platform without any reliable source.

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True

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Why do health professionals use data and information?

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Improve patient care and outcomes, Support public health and decision making, Facilitate research

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What can health professionals do to help combat misinformation?

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Proactively engage with patients and the public on health misinformation, Use technology and media platforms to share accurate health information with the public, Partner with community groups and other local organizations to prevent and address health misinformation.

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Of the following, which has the strongest evidence to use for informing the public? Case Study, Cohort Studies, Randomized Controlled Trials, Editorial

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Randomized Controlled Trials