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Exposing health myths: How sneaky science misled the public in 2023
Science isn't flashy. It's notoriously boring, uncertain and unsexy. And there's a risk to health and life if we aren’t more questioning.
‘Curing’ depression, burns and cancer: Why you shouldn’t trust these evergreen health hoaxes
The advice of Australian naturopath Barbara O’Neill continues to be popular online. But it’s unsupported by science.
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ANALYSIS: Is HIV/Aids misinformation and denialism on the rise again? How to counter persistent myths
Vigilance against Aids denialism is important, particularly in Africa where access to information and inclusive healthcare is still patchy.