30 Medical Myths That People Still Believe According To This Thread

Even with all the information (and misinformation) floating around online, some medical myths just refuse to die. In a recent Reddit thread, doctors shared the health “facts” they still hear way too often and it’s wild how many people still believe them.

From thinking you can “sweat out” a cold to assuming natural remedies are always safer, these outdated ideas are stubbornly hanging on. Consider this your friendly reminder to fact-check before you WebMD yourself into panic.

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