New Delhi, 13th August 2024: With an aim to provide the Indian population with authentic, trustworthy, doctor-verified health information in various Indian languages, the makers of Medical Dialogues, a medical newsportal have launched a dedciated health information and fact checking platform – Health Dialogues. This initiative seeks to bridge the gap between the medical community and the general public by clarifying complex health information and advancing health literacy.

Health Dialogues is built to empower the general public with accurate, timely, and relevant medical and health information. The platform’s content is thoroughly reviewed by certified medical professionals and is designed to cater to those managing health conditions, caregivers, and individuals interested in overall wellness.

Another key aspect of the platform is its dedication to fact-checking, which combats the medical misinformation and disinformation prevalent in the country. “Medical misinformation can lead to dangerous consequences, including delayed treatment, worsened health outcomes, and increased risk of harm or death due to the spread of false or unverified health advice. Health Dialogues is our proactive response to the alarming spread of medical misinformation in India, that too in multiple languages. Our mission is to empower individuals with accurate knowledge, helping them make informed health decisions and protecting them from the dangers of misinformation. ,” says Meghna A Singhania, Founder, Health Dialogues

Dr Prem Aggarwal, Co- Founder, Health Dialogues , “We’re committed to boosting public health literacy by providing trustworthy health information in various Indian languages. This approach will help us reach more people effectively, increasing understanding and fostering public dialogues on health issues.”