Is Cybermedicine Killing You? - Codes of Ethics for Journalists
2005
Is Cybermedicine Killing You?
publication
Author Information
Author(s): David Finer
Primary Institution: Karolinska Institutet
Conclusion
The media often fails to adequately report retractions of health-related articles, which can mislead the public.
Supporting Evidence
- Media often does not publish retractions of health articles.
- Corrections are not given equal prominence as original stories.
- Health journalists face challenges when researchers disagree.
Takeaway
Sometimes, when a news story is wrong, the correction doesn't get the same attention, which can confuse people.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in how media reports corrections compared to original stories.
Limitations
The study highlights the inadequacies of media reporting but does not provide empirical data.
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