EMBAR

Author:
Dr Manoranjan Tripathy
Asst Professor, Dev Sanskriti Vishavidyalaya,Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India

Published Date: 24-Aug, 2024

Keywords: COVID-19, Misinformation, Vaccine Rollout, Public Health, Vaccine Hesitancy

Abstract:
The COVID-19 pandemic has emerged as one of the most critical global health challenges in recent times, with the swift creation and distribution of vaccines being vital in reducing its impact. Nevertheless, the success of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout was significantly compromised by the widespread dissemination of misinformation, creating a major obstacle to achieving herd im-munity and safeguarding public health. This research investigates the effects of misinformation on public health during the COVID-19 vaccine distribution, identifying the various types and sources of false information, the methods by which it spreads, and its impact on vaccine uptake and trust in health authorities. By examining historical instances of misinformation in public health, this study places the current challenges in context and draws comparisons to previous vaccination efforts. Additionally, the research assesses the success of different strategies used to combat misinfor-mation, including public education campaigns, social media interventions, and community in-volvement. The results underscore the necessity of a comprehensive approach to tackle misinformation, utilizing advanced technological solutions, enhanced communication methods, and global cooperation. The insights from this study are intended to guide future public health efforts and strengthen resistance to misinformation during health crises.

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