The Trust Wiki: is it true that…
21,852 claims, checked. Each link is a receipt: verdict, sources, both sides, open to challenge.
Verdict
AllSupported · 13,507Contested · 792Refuted · 2,102Overstated · 104Not quite · 1Contested partial · 1,166Common knowledge · 1,198Partial lean · 2,982
Topic
All topicsHealth · 2,273Psychology · 1,127Science · 2,541History · 1,144Technology · 382Society · 548Environment · 526Money · 361
Sort
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Cancer and its treatment can cause physical changes such as scars or hair loss from chemotherapy.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Dental care and cleanings can assist in reducing the amount of bacteria present in the mouth.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that The Paleo diet consists primarily of protein and fat.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Barrett's Esophagus is often caused by chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that The adrenal glands are two small organs located on top of each kidney.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that An acid-base reaction occurs when a proton is transferred from an acid to a base.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that The application of herbal remedies or organic substances like soil to open wounds can prevent infectious diseases.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Smoking is the most common cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Immunotherapy treatments for cancer can be administered in cycles to allow the body time to rest and recover.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Smoking is the most common cause of lung and oral cancers.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that In 1321, French lepers were accused of conspiring to spread their disease by contaminating water supplies with powders and poisons.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that By 1915, absinthe had been banned in the United States and in much of Europe, including France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, and Austria-Hungary.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that L. Ron Hubbard created the business of dianetics in 1950.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Immunotherapy treatments for cancer may cause flu-like symptoms or, in rare cases, severe reactions.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Priapism is a dangerous condition characterized by an erection that lasts too long.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Lipid metabolism disorders are inherited conditions.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Pressure ulcers affect 3% to 11% of hospital and nursing home patients.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Adrenal insufficiency has been reported with opioid use, particularly after more than one month of use.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Concomitant use of opioids with serotonergic drugs can lead to serotonin syndrome.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Extra weight can weaken abdominal muscles, cause problems for the pelvis and spine, and contribute to low back pain.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Chronic use of opioids is associated with cases of androgen deficiency.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Treatment of open-angle glaucoma may reduce intraocular pressure.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Salmonella contamination can occur in peanut butter products.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Veterans are more likely to have a disability and certain physical and mental health conditions than non-Veterans.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Treatment of open-angle glaucoma may prevent or slow the progression of optic nerve damage and visual field loss.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that The standard formula for calculating Body Mass Index (BMI) is body weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that The Hamilton method of apportionment satisfies the quota rule.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that A firewall is a network security system that manages incoming and outgoing network traffic based on a predefined set of rules.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Gram negative bacteria possess an outer membrane containing lipopolysaccharides that are released as endotoxins upon cell death.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Estrogen hormone therapy increases breast cancer risk in transgender women compared with cisgender men.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Prostate cancer itself lowers testosterone levels in men.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Injectable skin boosters such as hyaluronic acid improve skin hydration and elasticity in clinical trials.?
- CONTESTED PARTIALIs it true that Wearing a hat prevents heat stroke during exertion in hot weather.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Avoiding COVID-19 infection is the most effective way to prevent post-COVID conditions.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Swimming increases the risk of urinary tract infections in women.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Airbag deployment injures occupants' lungs through inhaled propellant particles and gases.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Celiac disease leads to Crohn's disease.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Taking gabapentin lowers the seizure threshold in people with epilepsy.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Paracetamol increases blood glucose levels in people who take it.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that LSD causes the brain to release serotonin from nerve cells.?
- REFUTEDIs it true that People in a coma have distinct sleep-wake cycles.?
- CONTESTED PARTIALIs it true that Decongestant nasal sprays such as oxymetazoline increase heart rate.?
- CONTESTED PARTIALIs it true that Thyroid disorders cause a sore throat.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Chronic heartburn increases the risk of heart disease.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Statins improve blood flow in patients with atherosclerosis.?
- PARTIAL LEANIs it true that Bluetooth connections reduce home Wi-Fi internet speeds.?
- REFUTEDIs it true that Skin tags grow back after they are removed.?
- SUPPORTEDIs it true that Lactate shuttles are an integral part of the normal energy metabolism of muscle and brain tissue.?
- CONTESTED PARTIALIs it true that Vaping nicotine improves ADHD symptoms.?
- CONTESTED PARTIALIs it true that Freezing meat lowers its taste and texture quality.?
Think one is wrong? Open it and
challenge it with a source.