In today’s world of reels, YouTube, and quick hacks, this topic is extremely relevant for healthcare students (especially BAMS, MBBS), media professionals, and public policy makers.
Below is a well-structured argument FOR and AGAINST the motion, with points you can use in speeches, discussions, or debates.
Social media can be a powerful tool for public health if used responsibly. It is not a replacement for medical consultation or structured health education, but it can support awareness, prevention, and engagement if backed by verified sources and professional voices. The future lies in digital literacy + professional integrity. Use the tool but don’t let it become the truth by default.
One should always consult the experts before doing anything from the social media.
Absolutely relevant in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.
With misinformation spreading as quickly as trending reels, it’s vital that healthcare students learn not just what to communicate, but how.
Media literacy should be a core part of medical education—and policymakers need to catch up too!
Yes it is helpful
Before doing any health advice from youtube any other social media one should confirm the toxicity disadvantage and also consult to a health care professional
If the influencers aren’t from medical background or if they don’t have proper knowledge about what they are sharing in posts,reels and stories they should have been under medical regulations and guidence to provide scientific and accurate solutions to any health advice they are discussing over the internet
Oh yes .. I call it the most dangerous health hazard that 21st century is facing .. spreading the misinformation or half information without any medical backup and license should be considered criminal .. many people are being their preys to the promoted products as well
Always consult physicians/experts before taking any medical advice.
Social media is a platform which reaches to every corner of this world as we can say “Social media is like a scalpel, in the right hands, it saves lives; in the wrong hands, it can cause damage. The real question is not whether to use it, but how responsibly we can wield it.”
Yes they do
In today’s fast paced digital age, it’s crucial for healthcare students and professionals to understand how media and quick fix content shape public health perceptions.
I think this topic is super important, especially for us in the healthcare field. While reels and short videos make learning fun and fast, they can also spread wrong info quickly. We need to check facts, think critically, and not believe everything at first glance. Using media wisely is a skill we all should learn.
Yes, especially when giving medical advice. Misinformation can harm, so basic regulation or expert oversight is crucial to ensure content is safe and trustworthy.
In today’s digital age social media can be one of the most important tool in order spread awareness about a particular disease if used carefully but there are certain Disadvantage of it which we should not forget that any misinformation can be spread easily and can affect anyone health. So , it totally depends on how use social media
Yes, influencers spreading health advice on social media platforms need medical regulation. We should always confirm it from a licensed healthcare professional.
Social media is a great place , things will reach to more people through social media as all are totally immersed in it. But never follow anything blindly from social media , always take an opinion or have a chat with experts.
Yes it need to be view and taken under the vigilance of health ministry that no one should mislead people without any proper qualifications.
According to my opinion … not everything that we see on internet is true however it can hold a great impact on society….
Due to this great influence of social media and internet… people try to self treat and that can actually worsen the case at times ….
Everything that we see on social media is not true so before referring any social media thing do your small research on it to verify it.