Combating Public Health Infodemics: Strategies for Misinformation Control and Evidence-based Communication
Salim Omambia Matagi
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Kenya Medical Training College, Kenya.
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Abstract
This manuscript addresses the critical need to combat the public health infodemic, which can potentially undermine health interventions through the spread of misinformation and disinformation. It focuses on key areas where misinformation is most prevalent and proposes evidence-based strategies to counteract these threats. The manuscript outlines a multifaceted approach, including media literacy education, enhanced public communication strategies, and policy recommendations to promote accurate, reliable health information. By providing these solutions, this work aims to enhance public trust and improve the effectiveness of health communication efforts.
Keywords: Infodemic, misinformation, disinformation, media-bias, misleading