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The research aims to examine how misinformation spreads during crises and its effects on public response.

Misinformation, Disinformation, Malinformation (MDM): Weaponized Health Communication

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The research aims to examine how misinformation spreads during crises and its effects on public response.
Conducted a literature review on misinformation in public health and disaster contexts.
Analyzed case studies from both domestic and international scenarios.
Evaluated the role of social media and traditional media in information dissemination.
Identified themes related to state-sponsored information operations and public distrust.
Misinformation significantly undermined public understanding and response during Hurricane Helene.
Social media served as a primary channel for spreading false information.
Conflicting messages led to public confusion about credible actions and guidance.
Countermeasures like Inoculation Theory show promise in mitigating MDM effects.

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Literature review uncovers the impact of misinformation in health crises, highlighting risks in communication.

Cordi et al. (2026) studied this question.

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