2023-09-10 12:12:40
LONDON: Health YouTubers in the UK who are sharing misinformation beware. YouTube is going to verify them. Such a move comes as misinformation continues to spread widely through the YouTube platform. YouTubers, especially those working in the health sector, need to be verified. It is common for many people to start YouTube channels in the name of health sector employees.
Health professionals tend to misrepresent health-related facts. Following this, the YouTube verification process has started. Realizing that health videos on YouTube have a good viewership, the number of people taking videos on health topics has skyrocketed. Malayalis are also not behind in starting such channels. Misinformation regarding recruitment in the health sector is also widespread.
Health videos on YouTube will be viewed more than three billion times by 2022 in the UK. Doctors, nurses and psychologists in the UK can apply for the new verification scheme. YouTube has mandated strict criteria in the verification process. YouTube will provide special badges to those who successfully complete the verification process.
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YouTube officials said that such videos can only be used for educational purposes. YouTube says no one should use its platform as a substitute for medical advice from a GP. Vishal Virani, who manages the health content on YouTube, responded that it is a serious and necessary matter to confirm the accuracy of those who run such YouTube channels in the face of increasing numbers of people who know health information through YouTube.
English Summary: UK moves to ban YouTubers sharing health misinformation; YouTube to verify
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