@ScienceUpFirst

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Joined December 2020
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Flu is high right now, and this year H3N2 is spreading fast. Most people hospitalized because of the flu are not vaccinated. Even if the vaccine isn’t a perfect match, it still helps reduce severe illness and hospitalization. 👉 scienceupfirst.com/public-he… #ScienceUpFirst
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There’s no secret cancer cure being hidden by “Big Pharma.” Cancer research is global, complex, and driven by people who dedicate their lives to helping patients. Learn why this myth doesn’t hold up here 👉 scienceupfirst.com/misinform… #ScienceUpFirst
A mustard yellow background with a line of pills at the top. Text in graphic: " No. “Big Pharma” is not withholding effective cancer cures to profit off existing treatments. We explain everything here" #ScienceUpFirst

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There is no toxic buildup in your intestine, because… • There’s a regular turnover of your intestine lining. • Your body is built to effectively neutralize and eliminate toxins. Read more 👇 scienceupfirst.com/project/y… #ScienceUpFirst
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Whether you’re looking for it or not, you are probably coming across AI-generated information when searching online. 🤖 Keep reading for red flags to look out for and ways to check for accuracy. 🔍 scienceupfirst.com/misinform… #ScienceUpFirst
A light blue background shows green dots connecting to one another. The text reads: “SUF Overview. Many people are now using ChatGPT or other Generative AI tools instead of regular search engines. Even if you don’t intentionally use these services, it’s likely that your search engine of choice has an AI overview that summarizes results for you. So… are they giving you reliable information? Things to look out for: Hallucinations, Knowledge Cutoffs, Sycophancy. Dive deeper with #ScienceUpFirst”

ALT A light blue background shows green dots connecting to one another. The text reads: “SUF Overview. Many people are now using ChatGPT or other Generative AI tools instead of regular search engines. Even if you don’t intentionally use these services, it’s likely that your search engine of choice has an AI overview that summarizes results for you. So… are they giving you reliable information? Things to look out for: Hallucinations, Knowledge Cutoffs, Sycophancy. Dive deeper with #ScienceUpFirst”

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In 2026 it’s cool to care. Myth busting and critical thinking are the in thing. But relying on AI answers, charming personalities and other less than accurate sources are all out baby! Check out our site for more “in” tips on spotting misinformation. ScienceUpFirst.com
A scrapbook style page in a notebook. Text in graphic: 2026. Ins: Asking yourself, “Hmm, is this accurate?”. Being able to say “I don’t know, let me do some research on that”. Checking credentials and multiple sources. Learning about the different misinformer tactics. Nuance. Starting conversations with “I’m open to changing my mind…”. Outs: Sharing articles after only reading the headline, Fully trusting AI summaries, Thinking others fall for misinfo but not you, Only counting on social media for news, Putting ideology over evidence, Trusting charisma over expertise.

ALT A scrapbook style page in a notebook. Text in graphic: 2026. Ins: Asking yourself, “Hmm, is this accurate?”. Being able to say “I don’t know, let me do some research on that”. Checking credentials and multiple sources. Learning about the different misinformer tactics. Nuance. Starting conversations with “I’m open to changing my mind…”. Outs: Sharing articles after only reading the headline, Fully trusting AI summaries, Thinking others fall for misinfo but not you, Only counting on social media for news, Putting ideology over evidence, Trusting charisma over expertise.

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Our team is taking a short break over the next two weeks to recharge, reflect, and get ready for 2026 While we’re away, let us know the topics you would like us to cover in the new year. 👇 #ScienceUpFirst
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Talking about polarizing topics can be difficult. Regardless of who the conversation is with it’s better for everyone if it goes positively. Here are a few tips to help you get through these difficult discussions.😵‍💫 scienceupfirst.com/project/o… #ScienceUpFirst
Two people looking frustrated with a turkey dinner on a dinner table and speech bubbles that aren't saying anything between them. Text in graphic: "Conversations on polarizing topics can often be challenging and can quickly become unproductive. Here are a few evidence-based tips we have found to be helpful." #ScienceUpFirst

ALT Two people looking frustrated with a turkey dinner on a dinner table and speech bubbles that aren't saying anything between them. Text in graphic: "Conversations on polarizing topics can often be challenging and can quickly become unproductive. Here are a few evidence-based tips we have found to be helpful." #ScienceUpFirst

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Does it feel like there are difficult conversations hiding around every corner this month? We know this can be a stressful time of year and we wanted to give you a few tips to hopefully help make it easier. Happy holidays from the team at #ScienceUpFirst
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Deciding whether or not to go to the ER with your child is stressful. We've broken down key factors for you to look for in this decision tree, we hope it alleviates some of your stress. 👇 scienceupfirst.com/kids-heal… #ScienceUpFirst
Large bolded text on a teal background reads: “SHOULD YOU GO HERE TO THE HOSPITAL? Kids Edition” Under a flag that says “Start here” there is a question that asks “Does your child have a fever?” with three different options branching out and leading to more decisions.

ALT Large bolded text on a teal background reads: “SHOULD YOU GO HERE TO THE HOSPITAL? Kids Edition” Under a flag that says “Start here” there is a question that asks “Does your child have a fever?” with three different options branching out and leading to more decisions.

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TikTok can be fun, but when it comes to cancer advice, a lot of what you see can be unsafe or unreliable. Let’s clear some things up 👇 #ScienceUpFirst
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