Evaluating health information across sources

  1. Choose a Health Topic: weight loss drugs such as ozempic
  2. Find a Commercial Source:
  3. Locate a commercial website (including blogs, product pages, or service providers) that markets a product or service related to your chosen health topic. Examples include wellness supplements, fitness programs, alternative therapies, or health gadgets.
  4. Find a Journalistic Source:
  5. Identify a reputable news article from a consumer-oriented publication (e.g., Newsweek, Consumer Reports, New York Times, WebMD, etc.) that discusses the same health topic. The article should be accessible to the general public and not a peer-reviewed journal.
  6. Compare and Contrast:
  7. Analyze the two sources by addressing the following:
  • What claims are made in each source?
  • What evidence is provided to support those claims?
  • How is the information presented (tone, language, visuals)?
  • Are there any biases or conflicts of interest?
  • How might a consumer interpret or be influenced by each source?
  1. Professional Reflection:
  2. Drawing on your academic background, clinical experience, or professional judgment:
  • Evaluate the accuracy and reliability of the information.
  • Discuss potential risks or benefits to consumers who rely on each source.
  • Reflect on how you would educate a patient or client about this topic based on your findings.

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