Fighting Back Against Health Misinformation: Empowering Seniors in the Digital Age
2025-02-02
The Washington Post on MSN.com
In today's digital landscape, older Americans are vulnerable to a flood of health misinformation, which can spread rapidly through social media, text messages, email, and word of mouth. As a result, it's essential to provide seniors with the tools and resources needed to critically evaluate online health information and make informed decisions. By promoting digital literacy and media literacy, we can help seniors navigate the complex online environment and reduce the risk of misinformation. This is particularly important for healthcare decision-making, where accuracy and reliability are crucial. Key strategies include verifying sources, checking facts, and seeking credible health advice from trusted professionals.
