Fake health news: study reveals how online lies harm chronic patients

NCT ID NCT07601308

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how false or misleading health information found online affects the way people with chronic illnesses like diabetes and high blood pressure take their medications and make treatment decisions. Researchers will survey 300 adults who use social media at least once a week to understand how misinformation changes their behavior. The goal is to identify risks and help patients make safer health choices.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Disease diabetes mellitus Health Behavior hypertensive disorder inherited lipid metabolism disorder Medication Adherence

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC DISEASES DIABETES (DM) HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOR HYPERTENSION (HTN) MEDICAL MISINFORMATION MEDICATION ADHERENCE

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Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University
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Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, 21511, Egypt

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