Found some health information and not sure if it’s true? Work out if you can trust it by using the Misinformation Unmasked strategy . Un – Unsure Listen to your senses! If something about a post or article makes you feel unsure, it might be misinformation. M – Manipulated Blurred background? Weird wording? Poor lighting. Videos, articles and images … they can all be manipulated to create misinformation. A – Agenda Health info should put the inform in information. But misinformation usually has a secret agenda. S – Sidekick When checking for misinformation, two heads are better than one. Check with a friend or ask library staff if you see something you’re not sure is right. K – Knowledge If someone’s making bold health claims, ask yourself “What is their knowledge based on? Are they an expert?” Find out their qualifications and if they can be trusted. E – Evidence Anyone can claim anything onli...
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