Misinformation
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What we know about COVID vaccines and 'extremely rare' heart problems
One unfounded claim making the rounds on social media is that Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest earlier this month was caused by the COVID-19 vaccine. This assertion isn't based on facts, but heart problems after vaccination have been reported in a very small number of cases.
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People are blaming COVID vaccines for sudden deaths and more. Here's why experts say it’s harmful.
Whenever a public figure dies or has a major health problem, some falsely blame it on COVID-19 vaccines, despite the fact that it deters people from being vaccinated, thus increasing the risks for everyone.
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Meet the medical professionals fighting COVID-19 misinformation on TikTok: 'A lot of people just need to be empowered'
Medical professionals are coming together on TikTok to fight COVID-19 misinformation — and trolls.
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Prince Harry blames 'those who peddle in lies and fear' for creating vaccine hesitancy
"Until every community can access the vaccines and until every community is connected to trustworthy information about the vaccine, then we are all at risk," he said.
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Meghan Markle Says 'Bots And Trolls' Are Changing How We Interact 'Online And Off'
The Duchess of Sussex spoke about reevaluating the state of the digital landscape on Tuesday.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders: 'I Don't Like Being Called A Liar'
Former special counsel Robert Mueller's report revealed that the ex-press secretary spread misinformation on repeated occasions.
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Former Fox News reporter explains why he left network: 'Right-wing hosts drowned out straight journalism'
“But over the years right wing hosts drowned out straight journalism with partisan misinformation.”
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