There is a spread of medical misinformation on social media, particularly on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. For example, a recent trend involves influencers falsely claiming that sunblock causes cancer, a myth that has garnered significant online engagement despite scientific evidence to the contrary. Although healthcare professionals have tried to debunk these myths, their efforts often don't reach as many people as the original misleading posts. It is critically important for influencers to share accurate information and social media platforms and government regulations must help mitigate the spread of misinformation.
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