Navigating Self-Diagnosis: The Influence of Social Media
In today's digital landscape, social media is not just a platform for connection but also a source of health information. However, the growing trend of self-diagnosis begs the question: is it a helpful resource or a potential hazard?
Tebra surveyed 1,000 people about their social media use and perceptions of medical content on social media, and here were the key insights:
Balancing Pros and Cons:
While online medical content can be helpful, we should all be cautious about self-diagnosing; seeking professional medical advice regarding any major illness, disease, or treatment plan is still crucial.
Read more from this survey on The Intake: tebra.co/self-diagnosis-survey-li