Truth-Telling in the Age of Health Misinformation and Disinformation

In today’s fragmented information landscape, health misinformation and disinformation are not only widespread but also dangerous. They erode public trust, threaten lives, and impede progress on public health initiatives. 

Our ASPPH Presents webinar focused on strategies to counteract false narratives and promote truth-telling in public health. This interactive session built on the Partners for Advancing Health Equity two-part podcast, Addressing Health Misinformation and Disinformation to Advance Truth-Telling. (Episode 1; Episode 2) We had curated audio segments from the podcast series, followed by live panel discussions exploring practical ways to build media literacy, empower trusted messengers, and rebuild confidence in health systems.

What You’ll Learn from the Recording

• How misinformation and disinformation differ and why intent matters 

• Who is most susceptible and why even experts can be misled 

• Why skepticism is both a public health challenge and a scientific strength 

• The power of trusted messengers: engaging communities, not just institutions 

• Practical tools and tips for identifying false or manipulative health information 

• The critical role of media, data, science, and health literacy in safeguarding public health 

Who Should Watch 

This session is ideal for public health professionals, educators, students, journalists, policymakers, and community advocates who want to promote factual communication and evidence-based decision-making. 

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