This item is only available electronically.Social media has made access to health information easier than ever. In response,
news broadcasters have adapted by sharing news stories on social media platforms such as
Facebook. Among the news stories shared are those aimed to increase awareness of issues
such as public health. However, the way health news stories are commonly framed is likely to
generate a narrow perception of the causes of health issues and who is to blame for such
issues. Furthermore, the way a health issue is framed may also shape the content and tone of
responses in online comments and the stigma associated with some health issues may also
appear in both news stories and audience responses. This paper will discuss these concerns
regarding framing of health news stories, the implications of online comments and avenues to
be explored in future research.Thesis (M.Psych(Health)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 201
