Does the media have a moral responsibility to report on real life issues?
Few diseases can be as devastating to a woman as breast cancer. A woman wonders not only what trauma this will cause to her physical attributes, but also what the future holds in terms of psychological damage.
Many years ago, confirmation of cancer may well have confined the patient with limited chances of survival, however, with the onset of modern techniques and greatly improved diagnostics, survival rates have improved across the board, apart from a handful of tumors.
As a society, we are so much more supportive and informed when it comes to cancer. The cynics between us and I may be included in that may suggest that cancer issues do appear in the media from time to time as much for their culture of panic and perceived media benefit as for the genuine progression of good channeling of information.
Consistent reporting across all media channels is of great benefit in terms of providing a balanced approach and in terms of awareness.
Realistically, disease-specific reporting peaks when an epidemic threatens or a rich and famous celebrity is diagnosed.
To what extent has the recent swine flu pandemic been a conspiracy and what are the real values for society in addition to creating panic and the next interest value that comes from financial gain from newspaper sales?
The tangible benefit that the media creates in society is when it focuses on real life issues. The rise of media celebrity Jade Goodie is a perfect example of this.
Jade first caught our attention as a contestant on ‘Big Brother’ and followed up with a list rating of ‘C’. However, these minor celebrity statues paled to insignificance when the onset of cancer and the way Jade exploited the media for her son’s benefit was released by Max Clifford’s stable.
No matter what the masses thought of the first Jade, her reincarnation within the media became a human story to touch the lives of all of us.
Jade Goody died a heroine and her overt suffering, shown on the front pages of many newspapers and on national television, is a real testament to a positive movement to ease the burden of many cancer patients. Jade’s bravery drew attention to early diagnosis and we should all be grateful for it.
Another celebrity who has created a media frenzy on the topic of cancer is Australian singer Kylie Minogue.
Admitting on the Ellen Show in America that her breast cancer had been misdiagnosed.
By warning women around the world not to trust these people just because they wear white coats, a strong message has been sent and, in real terms, could save thousands of lives, as women are moved and informed by this. real life situation.
Cancer does not respect the famous, the privileged, or the rich.
Does the media have the right to create panic around the world with avian and swine flu? Should I make a call with real life problems? Conspiracy reigns.