Sanju Devi, 30, from Bhilwara, Rajasthan, allegedly murdered her two children aged 10 and 7 on January 11. Before the incident, she told her father-in-law she had incurable cancer and killed her children because no one could care for them after her death. Sanju tried to kill herself but was rescued and admitted to hospital, where she stayed until January 16. Police arrested her on murder charges following a complaint from her father-in-law, Prabhu Lal. Sanju's husband, Rajkumar Teli, said she was very attached to the children and that her recent health worries, including mouth ulcers and abdominal pain, triggered her fears. Sanju told police she had watched Instagram videos linking mouth ulcers to cancer, which scared her greatly. Mandalgarh Deputy Superintendent of Police B.L. Vishnoi said investigations found no signs of cancer or family disputes. Sanju was in severe mental distress, driven by medical misinformation consumed online. Experts warn that social media algorithms push related health content, amplifying fears. Dr. Siddharth Sahai, an oncologist, explains that many symptoms commonly linked to cancer online cause panic, but doctors rely on detailed exams and history. Psychiatrist Dr. Thara Rangaswamy noted that medical anxiety existed before the internet but now worsens online, where exaggerated side effects and false claims spread rapidly. Social media platforms like YouTube attempt to help by showing mental health helpline info but have yet to fully address cyberchondria. Research shows misleading medical videos often have more engagement than accurate ones. Most misinformation comes from non-professionals, confusing many users. Psychologist Hansika Kapoor states that distrust of authorities and conspiratorial thinking make people vulnerable to oversimplified, inaccurate medical advice online. India now has over one billion internet subscriptions, increasing exposure to such risks. Experts warn that young people rely heavily on social media for health info, pushing cyberchondria to new levels. If you are in distress, help is available: Aasra helpline 022-27546669 and TeleMANAS 1-8008914416.