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Have you heard about that treatment that completely cures COVID-19?  

Misinformation about COVID-19 seems to spread as fast as the virus itself and the flow of falsehood is making it even more difficult to curb the pandemic.  

 and even around the origin of the virus.  

study by researchers at the University of Delaware

 found that a third of respondents agreed with false statements such as “Big Pharma is encouraging the spread of coronavirus to make money.” People who embrace these conspiracy theories were also less likely to say they would get vaccinated or follow public health recommendations. 

Disinformation flourishes in situations where demand for information is high, but the supply of credible information is low. How can you trust what you hear and what you read? What role does social media play in spreading the rumors?  

Every Monday at 9 a.m., MPR News host Kerri Miller delves into the science and research of COVID-19. This Monday listeners shared the questionable information they’re hearing and put rumors to the test with a health educator and an infectious disease doctor who know their facts. 

To listen to the full conversation you can use the audio player above.

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Misinformation about COVID-19 is spreading along with the virus. How can you separate fact from falsehoods? 

Debunking pandemic myths

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Debunking pandemic myths

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