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Handling false chronic kidney disease and diabetes treatment information

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: While examining the social perspectives of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its most common cause, diabetes, a common problem is spread of misleading information by unqualified people. This concerning trend makes it more difficult for patients to receive prompt and proper medical advice, which in turn further delays their referral to nephrologists and endocrinologists. In this communication, we highlight the challenges and consequences of this burning issue. We also propose the steps that various stakeholders and policy makers should take to contain this issue at the earliest.

Source: Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association

DOI: 10.47391/jpma.24-70

Authors: Sourabh Sharma, Himanshu Verma, Sanjay Kalra

Institutions: Safdarjang Hospital, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, Chandigarh University, Bharti Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Misinformation and Its Impacts

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $650