Breast cancer content creators facing challenges with social media censorship.
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Stephanie Germino, a breast cancer previvor, shares her experience of being banned from TikTok despite adhering to community guidelines.
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Germino's content aims to normalize the post-surgical option of going flat after a mastectomy.
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Approximately 1 in 3 women are not aware of all their options after a mastectomy, including choosing not to get breast implants.
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Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram use AI to initially screen posts, which can lead to moderation mistakes due to a lack of context recognition.
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Breast cancer content often falls victim to automated censorship algorithms due to the presence of bare chests, despite being educational or for awareness.
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Online breast cancer communities provide crucial support and information for individuals facing a breast cancer diagnosis.
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Medical professionals and artists use social media to educate and empower individuals about breast health and recovery options.
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Users often employ workarounds like strategic edits or intentional misspellings to bypass moderation issues.
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There is a need for smarter technology that can better recognize the context of videos to avoid unnecessary censorship.
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