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Doctors Combat Healthcare Misinformation Amid Trust Crisis

8/21/2025

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Dr. Gary Price addresses the rising problem of healthcare misinformation fueled by social media.
In rural areas, 38% of doctors encounter substantial misinformation from patients, yet 97% are confident in addressing it.
Patient trust in doctors is decreasing, highlighting communication gaps.
Price stresses the importance of doctors engaging with patients' information sources.

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Story summary

Dr. Gary Price addresses the rising problem of healthcare misinformation fueled by social media.
In rural areas, 38% of doctors encounter substantial misinformation from patients, yet 97% are confident in addressing it.
Patient trust in doctors is decreasing, highlighting communication gaps.
Price stresses the importance of doctors engaging with patients' information sources.