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Online Health Misinformation, Apathetic Doctors and Anecdotal Evidence: One Pakistani Woman with PCOs Turns to Create Her Own Ozempic
Unverified and false information on the internet has significantly impacted women's health in ways that leave lasting impact on their bodies. Momina Mindeel speaks to a woman who, in attempts to cure her PCOs, turned to social media after healthcare system failed and ended up with eating disorders.
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Infantilizing, Fetishizing, and Sexist Slang: Inside Pakistan's Online Gaming Spaces and Discord Servers
Women gamers in Pakistan struggle to play safely amidst increasing online harassment they face in online gaming communities in the country. Momina Mindeel speaks to some women gamers to understand the extent of this violence and the strategies they employ to remain safe.
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Snitches, Screenshots, And Pressure To Conform: Finstas Become A Refuge For Pakistani Women And Queer People
Owing to the constantly increasing threats to their safety, women and LGBT+ folks struggle to have a sense of privacy on the internet in Pakistan. Finstas, or fake Instagram, provides them a safe space for their self-expression. Momina Mindeel explores the serious repercussions of privacy violations, and the 'need' for finstas.
