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Science is under attack and it’s causing real harm to people, communities, and public trust.

“Turbo cancer” is not a real thing and deaths from the COVID-19 vaccines are extremely rare and closely monitored. Read more here 👇
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A yellow background with a photo of a doctor's hand holding a stethoscope coming into the left side of the frame. Text in image: " The COVID-19 vaccines are not associated with “sudden death,” “excess deaths,” or “turbo cancer.” They’ve been studied extensively and have saved millions of lives (1-3)." #ScienceUpFirst
October 28, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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Wellness influencers often use misinformer tactics to persuade. We’ve already discussed 4 tactics in a previous post, but here are 4 more 👇

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A background of leaves, a yoga symbol in the upper right corner. Pink stripes on the left hand side, the text is in decorative shapes. Text: "4 misinformer tactics ill-intentioned wellness influencers can use to cause confusion." #ScienceUpFirst
October 23, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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Nope. Measles isn’t just a childhood disease. It can affect anyone!

Learn more about measles and who is most at risk for serious infection here: tinyurl.com/MeaslesNeedT...

This post was made in collaboration between (@immunizecanada.bsky.social) and (@ScienceUpFirst)
October 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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Doing your own research? Fact-checkers use lateral reading because it is faster, more efficient, and less biased than vertical reading. It’s called the SIFT method.

👉https://scienceupfirst.com/misinformation-101/how-to-read-laterally-sift/

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October 10, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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It bears repeating. No, taking Tylenol during pregnancy does not cause autism. One study found a correlation, not a causation. Other research has found no clear link.

Acetaminophen is one of the few safe options for pain relief during pregnancy.

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A swirly line in the centre with a white box on top, Tylenol red background. Text: "There is no causal link between Tylenol use during pregnancy and autism. Reminder: correlation does not equal causation." #ScienceUpFirst
September 23, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Despite concerns about hexane or processing, science is clear: seed oils remain a healthy choice. Read more here 👇

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September 22, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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No, taking Tylenol during pregnancy does not cause autism. One study found a correlation, not a causation.
Other research has found no clear link.

In fact, acetaminophen is one of the few safe options for pain relief during pregnancy.

👉 scienceupfirst.com/science-101/...

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September 17, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Can you believe what you see online?

Impersonation is one of many tricks used by misinformers to spread misinformation.

You can read about this and other tactics here:
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September 11, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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#ScienceMatters

We all have a role to play in standing up for science.

Speak up and share your stories about how false health information is impacting you, Canada, and the world.

For the web version of this letter, visit ScienceUpFirst.com

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A letter titled "Science Matters" presenting arguments from Canada's medical, research, clinical and healthcare organizations about the need to counter health misinformation and support science. It includes points debunking popular health misinformation. A letter continues titled "Science Matters" presenting arguments from Canada's medical, research, clinical and healthcare organizations about the need to counter health misinformation and support science. It concludes with a list of signatures from medical, research, clinical, and healthcare organizations who support the contents of the letter.
September 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Good morning #Canada

I will be your unofficial announcer for the launch of #ScienceUpFirst, blasting off in T-43 minutes.

Stay tuned for your mission instructions and progress updates.

May the force be with us all
December 7, 2024 at 4:18 AM
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We’re so excited about the season finale of Severance that we wanted to see what it would look like if our “innies” went through a wellness session.

Are you watching Severance? Or did this video make you say, "huh?!"

#ScienceUpFirst #LaSciencedAbord #TogetherAgainstMisinformation
March 21, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Although bracelets, stickers or patches may look attractive, they offer minimal, if any, protection against mosquito bites.

We explain it all to you here 👇 www.scienceupfirst.com/project/are-...

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June 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Learn more about how this inaccurate perception can act as a barrier to action here 👉 scienceupfirst.com/climate/good...

Share this so that more people know they are not alone - action encourages action!

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November 6, 2025 at 9:16 PM
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Join the fight against misinformation with Those Nerdy Girls and ScienceUpFirst. Learn about levels of scientific evidence, red flags, misleading tactics and tough conversations.

Hosted by:
- Krishana Sankar, PhD: ScienceUpFirst
- Chana Davis, PhD: Those Nerdy Girls
November 6, 2024 at 8:11 PM
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Podcast 🎧 with Dr. Krishana Sankar | How to address vaccine misinformation – with ScienceUpFirst | canvax.ca/emerging-topics-p... #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives #GetImmunized #TogetherAgainstMisinformation
Emerging Topics Podcast | CANVax
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November 1, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Syphilis is currently increasing alarmingly fast in Canada and raising your awareness on syphilis is one of the things you can do to help prevent it.

Read the full post to learn all the basics on syphilis 👇
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An arrow pointing up and an arm with a hand pointing to the right. Syphilis cases are on the rise in Canada. Get the facts.
June 6, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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The terms "filter bubble" and "echo chamber" are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same.

We explain the differences between these two terms here scienceupfirst.com/misinformati...

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Bubbles filling the page.And you? Are you in a filter bubble or an echo chamber? And can you get out?
February 27, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Bots are everywhere. While some are useful, others manipulate trends, spread misinformation, and distort public opinion.

How can you spot them? What can you do?
Learn more 👉 scienceupfirst.com/misinformati...

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A robot holding a laptop with two other robots on the screen. The main robot is saying "Are you ready to learn all about me?" The little guide to spotting bots.
April 4, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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#CPC are closely aligned with extreme elements of the Republicans. It explains #conservative trashing of science & disinterest in #climatechange. It also explains their dislike of media & free speech.

#cdnpoli #CanadaSky #CdnMedia #NeverVoteConservative #NeverPoilievre #ScienceUpFirst #Poilievre
March 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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This seems relevant. The move to claim things are more complex is a way to obfuscate reality. We see it politically everywhere from Gaza to tax codes to labour relations, and usually from the Liberals.

It's also why "common sense" works for the Cons: most people know the complexity is bullshit.
Complexity bias post on ScienceUpFirst Instagram
November 21, 2024 at 4:22 AM
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#ScienceUpFirst

courtesy of @ScienceNorth

Give Vaccines a Shot - Trivia https://youtu.be/LjDqpNMeUn8 via @YouTube
December 6, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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*This* was interesting! What a weird story, but fascinating. Guy received 130 #Covid19 shots in 9 mos. Researchers concluded that "his immune system was neither +vely nor -vely affected."

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What Happened When a Man Got 217 COVID-19 Vaccines
The man's hyper-stimulated immune system reacted in a surprising way.
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January 26, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Pretty excited to be listening to @ravenscimaven and @CaulfieldTim about improving science messaging on social media.

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November 23, 2024 at 2:31 PM
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Alberta is in deep trouble with this is the Fox network Republican & RFK jr level of scientific ignorance governing this province. The Alberta Medical Association has described the UCP Covid report as "anti-science" & "anti-evidence."

#abpoli #healthcare #AHS #ableg #scienceupfirst #canadasky
February 11, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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A U.S. government official suggested that a recent measles-related death was due to poor diet. This comment misrepresents the impact of nutrition on measles.

Let's take a closer look.👉 scienceupfirst.com/vaccines/do-...

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In a speech bubble above: Do my kids really need an MMR vaccine if they eat healthy? A Venn diagram; Left circle: Eating well contributes to better health and well-being. Middle: Both things are true. Right circle: Measles vaccines are the best way to prevent severe outcomes of measles including death. Text below: While good nutrition is important, it cannot prevent infectious diseases, including measles.
April 2, 2025 at 1:46 PM