Going viral: Social Media & Health Education with Chinonso Egemba aka Aproko Doctor

Global Health Unfiltered

Dr. Chinonso Egemba, also known as Aproko Doctor, shares his journey of becoming an influential health educator on social media. He discusses the challenges of balancing medical practice and content creation, as well as the importance of using humor and storytelling in health education. Dr. Egemba also addresses the issue of misinformation and fake news in the health space and highlights the need for collaboration and credible sources. He shares his experience with a brain tumor and how it has impacted his work. The conversation also touches on the banter between Nigeria and Ghana, the importance of support systems, and tips for getting into the healthcare field. Dr. Chinonso emphasizes the power of storytelling and collaboration in healthcare.
Takeaways

• Using humor and storytelling can make health education more engaging and relatable.
• Collaboration and fact-checking are essential in combating misinformation and fake news in the health space.
• The future of online education in health will involve storytelling, movies, and music to reach a wider audience.
• Overworking can be a coping mechanism, but it's important to prioritize self-care.
• Collaboration can lead to bigger impact in healthcare.
• Don't be afraid of criticism, but be self-aware and open to making amends.
• Integrate work and life to avoid burnout.
• Start taking action towards your goals, even if it's not perfect.
• Rest and pacing yourself are important for sustainability.

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