Vaccines are more important than ever, but false theories about their dangers continue to circulate through communities both virtual and physical. These rumors and conspiracy theories erode the public trust in the safety and effectiveness of all vaccines.
Social media companies have been working to remove false and misleading information about vaccines from their sites, but misinformation is difficult to stop. Many rumors are spread by people who may not realize they are sharing questionable claims, and are sharing them to be helpful without realizing the harm they are doing.
We are calling upon all vaccine advocates to take action to call out vaccine misinformation and take steps to correct false information whenever and wherever it pops up.
To support this work, we’ve curated resources to help you identify and address vaccine misinformation. More information will be added to this page throughout 2021. Check back often.
Presentation: This PDF provides background and actionable steps to combat vaccine misinformation found online.
Resource List: This PDF links to resources to help address vaccine misinformation online.
Resource List: This PDF links to credible websites for evidence-based vaccine information and resources.
Combating Vaccine Misinformation: ONLINE
Vaccines are more important than ever, but false theories about their dangers continue to circulate through communities both virtual and physical. These rumors and conspiracy theories erode the public trust in the safety and effectiveness of all vaccines. Social media companies have been working to remove false and misleading information about vaccines from their sites, but misinformation is difficult to stop. In this webinar, we speak with Vaccinate Your Family and Hager Sharp about how to confront misinformation.
Video: This video provides background and actionable steps to combat vaccine misinformation found online.
Presentation: This PDF provides background and actionable steps to combat vaccine misinformation found online.
Resource List: This PDF links to resources to help address vaccine misinformation online.
Resource List: This PDF links to credible websites for evidence-based vaccine information and resources.
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