Infodemiology and how to overcome bad messages with real information

While the Covid 19 virus is spreading, so is false information about the pandemic. President Trump’s lies, conspiracy theories and misunderstandings in communities throughout SA can all cause confusion and worsen the C19 crisis.

The World Health Organisation defines “Infodemiology” as the study of the spread of information and misinformation in a pandemic. This webinar explores the difficulties of communicating truthful information about Covid, and what to do about it.

SPEAKERS

> Marion Stevens from SRJC

> Peter Benjamin from PHM SA

> Nozibele Mdayi from PHM SA and the Gugulethu Health Committee

> Paul Mc Nally from What’s Crap on WhatsApp with Africa Check

> Pontsho Pilane from Mathaba Media Sexual and Reproductive Justice Coalition · COVID-19 Healthcare Coalition · Facebook · Twitter · Donate · Website