Why Online Comments Are Bad For Science

We’ve all seen how bad the comment section on websites can get, but are these uneducated comments actually swaying the opinions of others?

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Opinions on vaccinations heavily influenced by online comments
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/...
“With measles and other diseases once thought eradicated making a comeback in the United States, healthcare websites are on the spot to educate consumers about important health risks. Researchers say that people may be influenced more by online comments than by credible public service announcements.”

WHY WE'RE SHUTTING OFF OUR COMMENTS
http://www.popsci.com/science/article...
“Comments can be bad for science. That's why, here at PopularScience.com, we're shutting them off.”

Threaten My Group, and I’ll Belittle Your Science
http://www.psmag.com/health-and-behav...
“The newly energized debate about vaccines is a reminder that, when it comes to certain controversies, significant segments of the public refuse to believe the scientific consensus. Why so many people disregard clear and confirmed findings on issues ranging from the spread of measles to the dangers of climate change is a vexing question with alarming implications for the public welfare.”
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