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Many older adults get health information from self-defined experts online. Up to 35% of older Americans — and half of adults under 50 — get health information and advice from social media influencers and podcasters, most of whom are not health care professionals


More older adults are turning to social media and podcasts for health advice. Learn how to evaluate information from influencers and separate fact from misinformation....

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