Dr. Jessada warns! The fake news “HPV is transmitted. From public restrooms” is false – Fake page tricks people into buying food supplements
Dr. Jessada Denduangboripant, a lecturer in the Biology Department. Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, has posted a clarification on his personal Facebook page, Jessada Denduangboripant. That “Using public bathrooms can cause HPV infection and lead to cervical cancer.” He clearly stated. That this is false information and a distortion to trick people into buying dietary supplements through a fake page claiming to be a medical expert.
Fake news disguising advertisements, impersonating doctors and creating fear
The fake information was posted. On a page called “Dr. Siriporn Chaidet”. Which claims to be an obstetrician and gynecologist. And mentioned a case of a 35-year-old. And blatantly advertised a brand of dietary supplements, trying to create panic and encourage people to buy the product.
Dr. Jessada said that after checking. That the เว็บพนันออนไลน์ UFABET สมัครง่าย โปรโมชั่นมากมาย page was a fake page that was likely from Vietnam. Using images of doctors from abroad, both from Vietnam and the Philippines. Along with profile information indicating that all page admins were in Vietnam, not Thailand.
In addition, when searching for the name “Siriporn Chaidet” in the Thai Medical Council system ( https://tmc.or.th/ ).
HPV cannot be transmitted by sitting on the toilet!
The main point that makes this news fake is the incorrect medical information claiming that HPV. The main cause of cervical cancer. Which is not true.
According to Dr. Net Boonkhum, an obstetrician and gynecologist at the Women’s Health Center at Phyathai 3 Hospital. Including in public restrooms, such as doorknobs or faucets. Infection requires direct contact, friction, or sexual intercourse. Infection from sitting on the toilet is almost impossible.”
In addition, HPV infection leading to cervical. Lack of HPV vaccination, and lack of regular cervical screening.
Dr. Jessada emphasized that advertising supplements or medicines by citing the name of medical personnel is an illegal act and a fraudulent behavior. If you see a page like this. You should immediately be suspicious and avoid sharing or buying any products from such pages.