health misinformation” refers to any health-related claim under the assumption of truth that is false based on current scientific consensus.
It is a relatively new catchphrase gaining momentum as more people become active on sites such as Facebook and Twitter.And the prevalence of health misinformation on social media is growing.
A systematic review recently examined 69 studies that focused on health misinformation in social media.Investigators found a high number of incorrect health content concerning smoking products, drugs, and public health issues, including vaccines and diseases.