WorksheetsChapter 2.2 Health Information
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 12mins
What is an example of science?
Finding Information that has fact
Doing a test
Looking at data
What is a red flag that may indicate a health website is not reliable?
The content is reviewed by medical professionals.
The website makes claims that try and cure what the problem is
The website is associated with a well-known hospital.
What is NOT a valid source of health information.
Your doctor
YouTube
Verified Health Websites
It's important to check multiple reliable sources when researching health information.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of health information?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC
A popular health influencer on social media
National Institutes of Health - NIH
If I want to learn more about a product I should...
Look at valid websites or books.
I should search YouTube to see if my favorite celebrity uses the product
I should buy what ever ads I see when I am watching my favorite TV show
An ad for shampoo pops up on your computer. It has a before and after picture but there is small print saying that "photos have been edited"
I should buy this shampoo because in the after picture the persons hair is super shiny
This is NOT valid information because their is a disclaimer.
I should tell everyone that my hair looks so good because I use this shampoo.
I see an ad telling me it is important to eat vegetables. It list reasons why and has an approval from a verified health company.
This IS NOT valid health information
This IS valid health information
I see a new snack at the grocery store that says "now made with less sugar!"
I should buy it
I should read the back of the box to see exactly how much sugar is in it.
I should go by a chocolate bar instead.
What is an example of Pseudoscience?
Vaccines prevent disease by training your immune system
Wearing Magnetic bracelets improves circulation
A balanced diet and exercise support heart health
What is one example of the 4 criteria for finding reliable source?
Scientist
Authority/Author
Writer
What does .org mean?
Government Site
Educational site
Organization site
What does .Edu stand for?
organization
Education
Government
What does .Gov stand for?
Oraganization
Education
Government
