Medical Futurist January 26, 2026
Dr. Bertalan Mesko, PhD

Explore the medical dangers of the dark web, like fake drugs, stolen medical data, and organ trafficking, and learn what medical professionals need to know.

Key Takeaways

The dark web is a breeding ground for illegal activities that threaten patient safety, including counterfeit drugs, organ trafficking, and stolen medical data.

Despite its notorious records, the dark web also has perfectly legitimate uses, even for everyday folks.

Medical professionals and regulators must be aware of its dangers to avoid risks and educate patients.

According to widely available data, about 90% of the internet lies below the “visible” layer we interact...

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