Overview
Social media has transformed health communication by providing a platform for sharing information and engaging with communities. It allows health organizations and individuals to disseminate health messages quickly and effectively, reaching a broad audience. However, the rise of misinformation poses...
Key Terms
Example: A person with high health literacy can read medication labels and understand health risks.
Example: Using social media to share health tips.
Example: Anti-smoking campaigns on social media.
Example: Sharing unverified health tips on social media.
Example: Likes, shares, and comments on health posts.
Example: Updates on health guidelines during a pandemic.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Health LiteracyDigital CommunicationPublic Health CampaignsSocial Influence