STAT August 15, 2023
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YouTube’s next move against misinformation
YouTube’s health division is stepping up its effort to combat medical information, with a particular focus on cancer treatment and prevention. The Google-owned video sharing company unveiled a new plan Tuesday to remove content that promotes harmful or ineffective cancer treatments, or discourages viewers from getting professional medical treatment.
Garth Graham, the head of YouTube Health, told STAT the company is focusing on cancer because it’s an area where misinformation is prevalent and particularly damaging. “If a video was to claim...
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