About this episode
📩 contact us: talkingwithdocs@gmail.com Can You Trust Health Info Online? Here’s How to Know What’s True (and What’s Not) With millions of health tips floating around the internet, how do you tell the difference between helpful advice and harmful misinformation? In this episode, we explore the growing problem of false medical information online. From viral TikToks to clickbait headlines, the web is full of health claims — but not all are based on facts. We cover the pros and cons of looking up symptoms and treatments online and introduce the CRAAP test — a simple tool to evaluate Currency, Relevance, Accuracy, Authority, and Purpose. Plus, we discuss the half-life of medical knowledge and why even once-accepted advice can become outdated. You’ll learn: Why online health info spreads so quickly ⚠️ How to spot red flags in articles and social posts 🚩 What the CRAAP test is and how to use it 🧪 The risks of relying on outdated studies 📉 When and how to bring online info to your doctor 👩⚕️ In a world of information overload, this episode gives you a doctor-approved filter for separating science from speculation. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast 👕 Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: /talkingwithdocs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063617375848 Twitter: /talkingwithdocs 🛑 DISCLAIMER: Please see the complete user agreement at talkingwithdocs.com . This content is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your health regimen. #misinformation #healthmyths #onlinehealthinfo #craaptest #medicalfacts #evidencebased #talkingwithdocs #doctorapproved #healthliteracy #meded #socialmediahealth #trustscience #medicalknowledge