Clinical Fact Checker (former)
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The World Health Organisation recently announced that Covid is no longer a global health emergency. But contrary to some reports, it says the pandemic is still ongoing. Read
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An online article in the Sun gave the wrong definitions for pulmonary oedema and respiratory insufficiency, and mixed up the link between diabetes and atherosclerosis. Read
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A video on social media, and written up in the Mail Online, warns against giving young babies water. But some babies may need some in hot weather. Read
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Social media videos claim that comfrey, a herb used in traditional medicine, can be used to improve teeth and gums. There is no good evidence for this, and using the herb this way risks liver damage. Read
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A blog has made false claims about a recently released Covid-19 vaccine document. The document does not say that the Pfizer vaccine contains graphene oxide. Read
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An Instagram video, which was widely viewed before being deleted, claimed electromagnetic field radiation from Apple AirPods is dangerous. There is no good evidence that this is a risk. Read
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A social media video contains claims about the health effects of saunas, saying that regular use reduces risk of death. This is not backed up by science. Read
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A social media video claims vitamin D is poisonous. At normal doses it is perfectly safe, and some people need to take it to ensure healthy bones and muscles. Read
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There’s no evidence for false claims on social media stating Marburg virus is hidden in the Covid-19 vaccine and will be activated by 5G. Read
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A social media post apparently shows part of an amoxicillin capsule being magnetic, and says this means it “most likely” has graphene oxide in it to poison us. This is not true. Read
