Can we get HPV from using public toilets?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) which primarily spreads through skin-to-skin contact during sexual activities. However, there has been recent discussion on social media expressing concern about the possibility of HPV infection from other sources not related to sexual activity, such as using public restrooms. Social Media Post A Thai user’s translated […]

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WHO has NOT revealed any link between fully vaccinated women and babies with heart defects!

Since the beginning of the vaccination drive for the Covid-19 pandemic, anti-vaccination posts have spread rapidly on social media. Many of those posts state that vaccination is unhealthy and can have adverse effects on your body, hence discourage to take part. Below is our investigation of one such post. Social Media Posts : Facebook posts […]

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Slapping the Inner Elbow Is NOT A Recommended Treatment during a Heart Attack!

It’s well-known that cardiovascular diseases and, more specifically, heart attacks contribute to millions of deaths every year. Social media and mainstream media are filled with discussions on how to avoid heart attacks, treatment methods and how to help a person who suddenly gets a heart attack immediately. While some of such social media posts include […]

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No Evidence To Suggest That Eating Fruits on an Empty Stomach Cures Cancer!

We often come across many purported home remedies claiming to be cancer treatments. While many such methods can help alleviate some pain and symptoms, resorting to these practices, which are not clinically proven, is not advised since the excessive usage of such home remedies could have adverse effects. This is our investigation regarding recurring viral […]

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Is it Dangerous to Drink Cold Water in Hot Weather? Find out the facts…

Due to the prevailing high temperatures in Sri Lanka, it is important to be vigilant about your health, especially those who have health problems. Extreme hot weather can be dangerous, and recently there have been reports of heatstroke causing people to faint and even sometimes causing deaths. Unfortunately, we also encounter misleading information that is […]

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Fearmongering Viral Claim: Scientific Evidence Proves Eating Shrimp and Vitamin C is Safe

Misinformation about health is everywhere on social media and can lead to widespread misunderstandings. With social media platforms on the rise, it has become easier than ever for people to share their opinions and beliefs, even if they are not valid. Unfortunately, this has led to many false health claims that can be dangerous to […]

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Does Wearing a Mask Increase Mortality? Find Out the Truth!

Last year, Thailand canceled the requirement for wearing masks in public. However, many Thai people continue to wear them in public, especially in enclosed areas such as shopping malls, trains, planes, and public transportation. In addition to preventing COVID-19 infections, many Thais still wear masks due to air pollution issues, specifically PM 2.5. Recently, the […]

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TikTok Trend Check: Can Consuming Your Placenta Really Provide Health Benefits?

Trigger Warning: Disturbing Content Please be advised that this article contains information about Placentophagy, which may include disturbing visuals related to placenta consumption. If you are sensitive to graphic content or feel uncomfortable with the topic, please proceed with caution or refrain from reading. TikTok has become a popular platform for creating and sharing viral […]

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After Being Parked in Direct Sunlight, Does Opening Car Windows Help Reduce Toxicity?

Nowadays, people are more health-conscious and pay closer attention to ways to improve their well-being. But unfortunately, some misleading information sometimes gets shared, albeit in good faith. Recently, viral social media posts claimed that automobile components emit dangerous levels of cancer-causing benzene fumes while parked under the hot sun for a few hours, hence advising […]

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The widely-shared picture about the dangers of Bluetooth headphones doesn’t have enough proof

This picture, stating the critical harm of wireless Bluetooth, was widely shared on the internet. The picture contains a wireless headphone image beside the image of the human brain, leading the readers to feel that Bluetooth headphones affect our brains. Facebook Post | Archive Another Facebook post about the potential risk of cancer from Bluetooth […]

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