The good & bad of social media

There's lots of free information about breast cancer and reconstruction on Instagram. But how do you know it’s factually correct? Dr Liz O’Riordan is known as the breast surgeon who has breast cancer. Liz talks about why she uses Instagram to create evidence-based content about breast cancer and how you can check the accuracy of online information. And she talks about how even she found it difficult to ask her doctor about a information she'd seen on social media.If you’re a patient, advocate or medical professional who uses social media – or is thinking of using it – this episode for you! Luan and Liz cover a lot, including:Online communityDoctors using social mediaThe CRAP testAI & Chat GPTDigital literacyEquity of representationResponsibilities of advocacy And Liz talks about her new book, ‘Under the Knife: Life Lessons from the Operating Theatre’, and how its publication was community-funded through her Instagram account.Links for this episode:Listen to Dr Minas Chrysopoulo talk about the Breast Advocate® app.Donna Ashworth ‘Loss’ bookPF TickSince this recording, Liz has had a second local recurrence. As she goes through treatment, she’s putting her breast cancer vlog on her YouTube Channel, where you can find all her breast cancer videos.You can also find Liz:liz.oriordan.co.ukInstagramTwitterDon’t Ignore The Elephant podcastWhere you can find Luan: Instagram Website LinkedIn If you’ve found any of the content upsetting, please reach out and get help. Breast Cancer Network Australia has a free confidential helpline – 1800 500 258. Beyond Blue has a range of free resources online, or you can call them 24/7 on 1300 224 636.The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. For personalised medical advice you should seek a consult with a FRACS qualified surgeon. Post-production ‘shine’ by Paddy @ Goosing Sounds Ltd (UK) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.