Can you find good health information on TikTok? UChicago study advises caution
Research finds 44% of videos posted about sinusitis contained misinformation
Stay updated with breaking news from Christopher Roxbury. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Research finds 44% of videos posted about sinusitis contained misinformation
Researchers at the University of Chicago analyzed hundreds of TikTok videos on sinus infections in a 24-hour period and found that 44% had inaccurate information.
Many people are flocking to social media for healthcare guidance from online quacks and laypersons, research shows. A recent University of Chicago study on TikTok videos regarding sinus infections is a case in point.
Researchers at the University of Chicago analyzed hundreds of TikTok videos on sinus infections in a 24-hour period and found that 44% had inaccurate information.