Write Them On Your Notebook And Search For A Scientific Proof To Counter Them.

Write them on your notebook and search for a scientific proof to counter them.

 

Answer:

Health information is any concept, step, or advice that various sources give to aid the health status of an individual. The type of information varies depending on "diseases, weight loss/gain,  drugs and alcohol,  depression/mental illness,  violence,  smoking, eating disorders,  acne/skin care, local clinics, and sexual assault" . The information is critical as it may alter the health conditions of a person.  Another important characteristic of health information is that it is continuously and rapidly changing.  Thus, it "should be timely, relevant, culturally appropriate, accessible, and delivered in a relevant format" . There is a great need to update oneself regarding current research and evidence available in the field.

Explanation:

Activity 3:  Check OR Wrong Read the health information below. Mark a check on over the blank underlined if it is scientifically true and proven, and draw a cross on over the blank underlined if it is not.

                                                                   

1. Warts are contagious. ___                              

2. Chocolates cause acne and pimples. ___

3. Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis. ___

4. Healthy people who eat a balanced diet do not need supplements. ___

5. Sleeping with wet hair causes mental disorders. ___

6. Jumping from the third step of the stairs on the first day of menstruation reduces the number of bleeding days. ___

7. Circumcision is done for hygienic purposes only. ___

8. Touching hands of people with HIV may infect you with such. __

9. Putting toothpaste on burns causes irritation. ___

10. Sleep need varies depending on the individual. ___

The scientific evidence is evidence which serves to either support or counters a scientific theory or hypothesis. Such evidence is expected to be empirical evidence and interpretation in accordance with the scientific method.

The scientific study may refer to the following:  

• The scientific method.

• A body of techniques for investigating phenomena.

• Based on empirical or measurable evidence that is subject to the principles of logic and reasoning.