I was shocked to see this log as it is the largest public health forum. No wonder why people are falling for pseudoscience and misinformation these days as problematic individuals are entrusted in important roles. I suppose it’s time for another migration.

  • streetfestival@lemmy.caEnglish
    14·
    7 days ago

    I’ve recently interacted with the newly appointed public health mod on Medicine Canada. Their scientific literacy is adequate for a commenter but not a mod

    • streetfestival@lemmy.caEnglish
      31·
      7 days ago

      For example, on Why are so many young men struggling with erectile dysfunction?

      This is their initial comment. Does it sound like they’re expressing a personal opinion or citing scientific evidence?

      There may be multiple components in fertility, but the majority of erectile dysfunction is rooted in metabolic health.

      After I press them to cite some evidence for their assertion, here’s how they respond.

      This is a discussion forum, everything we say is opinion, i’ve given you my perspective on the issue to the best of my ability.

      This person should be a Mod for a public health community?! Good grief. What is this, the US government?