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Promoting the Dissemination of Reliable Consumer Health Information about COVID-19 to Patients.

Authors :
Ladd, Dana L.
Source :
Journal of Hospital Librarianship. Apr-Jun2021, Vol. 21 Issue 2, p158-166. 9p.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The article discusses how librarians can help prevent the spread of health misinformation during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021. Topics covered include misinformation and disinformation, steps in identifying them, and reputable sources of quality consumer-level information about COVID-19 for patients. Also noted is one consumer health library's dissemination of reliable information and checking of the spread of misinformation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15323269
Volume :
21
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Hospital Librarianship
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
150191632
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/15323269.2021.1904185