Can you spot the problem with these headlines? (Level 1) - Jeff Leek and Lucy McGowan
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In medicine, there’s often a disconnect between news headlines and the scientific research they cover. While headlines are designed to catch attention, many studies produce meaningful results when they focus on a narrow, specific question. So how can you figure out what’s a genuine health concern and what’s less conclusive? Jeff Leek and Lucy McGowan explain how to read past the headline.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Lucy McGowan, Jeff Leek
- Director
- Michael Kalopaidis
- Narrator
- Addison Anderson
- Animator
- Maria Savva
- Illustrator
- Dimitra Dakaki