SCCM Resource Library-Con: Clinicians Should Not Use Social Media Platforms to Promote Public Health Advocacy

Con: Clinicians Should Not Use Social Media Platforms to Promote Public Health Advocacy

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The transcript discusses the potential downsides and challenges of using social media for advocacy, particularly for clinicians. Although social media can rapidly disseminate information and foster connections, it also poses risks such as misinformation, professional conflicts, and personal exposure to public scrutiny. The speaker, involved in various professional social media accounts, emphasizes the importance of understanding institutional policies regarding social media use and the potential professional consequences of advocacy. They highlight the distinction between misinformation and disinformation, with the latter being deliberately harmful. Examples of public backlash against healthcare advocacy illustrate the complexities and potential repercussions when personal and organizational stances diverge. The speaker advises on navigating social media carefully, protecting personal privacy, and ensuring advocacy efforts with evidence-based support. Despite negativity, social media's power for fostering relationships and advancing healthcare advocacy shouldn't be underestimated, provided one remains vigilant and strategic in its use.

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One-Hour Concurrent Session | Pro/Con Debate: Should Critical Care Clinicians Use Social Media for Advocacy in Public Health?

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Content Type Presentation

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Year 2024

Keywords

social media advocacy

misinformation

professional conflicts

healthcare advocacy

institutional policies

public scrutiny

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