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May

    Empowering Communities to Combat Health Misinformation – An Excerpt From First Check’s Coffee Table Book

    • Dr Ahmad Firdaus Mohd Haris / 6 months
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    In our region, one of the major health misinformation issues revolves around the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) attributed to lifestyle choices and the aging population. This has given rise to a proliferation of health products promising instant cure, often without any scientific backing. The misleading claims associated with these products pose a significant threat to public health as individuals may unknowingly expose themselves to potential harm.

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    13
    Mar

      Why we need to collaborate to fight health misinformation

      • Dr Ahmad Firdaus Mohd Haris / 8 months
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      It is crucial to address issues comprehensively, combining efforts to counteract industry influences, regulate fake health products, and continue promoting awareness and education.  The collaboration between media professionals and health experts has become increasingly robust, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pervasive nature of health misinformation during the crisis highlighted the urgent […]

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      08
      Jul

        First Check Diaries by Dr Ahmad Firdaus Mohd Haris

        • Dr Ahmad Firdaus Mohd Haris / 2 years
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        “We’re not just fighting an epidemic, we’re fighting an infodemic. Fake news spreads faster and more easily than this virus (COVID-19) and is just as dangerous.” – Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General, WHO, at the Munich Security Conference 2020. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines infodemic as too much information, including false or misleading information […]