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Studies show flu vaccine reduces risk of flu-related illness and hospitalization; benefits of flu vaccine outweigh its risks
Claim:
Flu shots don’t work, increase your risk of getting the flu, damage your immunity and nervous system
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Source: Silicon Valley Health Institute, Facebook, Raymond Francis, 2017-11-16 -
MisleadingTemporary cooling of part of the Atlantic does not question the existence or severity of global warming
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The Atlantic is cooling, and scientists don’t know why.
Source: Steve Milloy, 2024-08-25 -
InaccurateThe Pro Power Save will not cut electric bills, nor will any other scam device of its kind
Claim:
Every American can slash their electricity bill by 90% using this revolutionary technology (Pro Power Save).
Source: Facebook, Social media users, 2024-09-09 -
MisleadingLED lights aren’t a cause of cataracts and don’t cause migraines for most people, contrary to social media claims
Claim:
LEDs cause headaches and migraines; LEDs are the major cause of cataracts
Source: Facebook, Matt Roeske, 2024-09-14 -
MisleadingHigher COVID-19 death toll under Biden than Trump reflects longer presidential term spent managing the COVID-19 pandemic
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More deaths from COVID-19 occurred during Biden's administration than Trump's
Source: Threads, Social media user, 2024-09-10 -
Mostly accuratePrioritizing plant-based foods in our diet can benefit climate and health, but Forbes article missed some key details
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Prioritizing plant-based foods and reducing overconsumption of animal-based protein is healthier and reduces greenhouse gas emissions
Source: Forbes, Simi Thambi, 2024-08-28 -
IncorrectGout is an inflammatory disease caused by uric acid crystals, not liver dysfunction
Claim:
Gout is “a liver condition”; uric acid crystals “aren’t the cause of gout or the cause of gout’s pain”
Source: Instagram, Anthony William, 2024-09-04 -
UnsupportedNo evidence that red onion and Coca-Cola infusion cures the flu; drinking soda is linked to adverse health outcomes
Claim:
Drinking an infusion of red onion and Coca-Cola can cure the flu
Source: Facebook, Social media user, 2024-08-31 -
InaccurateNumbers on fruit and vegetable stickers don’t indicate whether they are genetically modified or not
Claim:
Five-digit numbers starting with eight on fruit and vegetable stickers indicate that they are genetically modified; “If you see this sticker on a fruit DO NOT buy it at any cost”
Source: Facebook, The Daily Mail, Social media users, 2024-08-31 -
MisleadingNo, wind turbines are not likely to fall on your head, and there is no evidence that wind is more dangerous than other energy sources
Claim:
Falling blades from failing wind farms could be launched your way at any moment.
Source: New York Post, Daniel Turner, 2024-07-24
