As the corona epidemic spreads around the world, misinformation about covid-19 is spreading like a plague, causing a similar catastrophe.
Although information has become easier to obtain with the advancement of communication technology, many people are embarrassed and troubled by the fact that false information is socialized more quickly than accurate information.
At this point, the Health Promotion Bureau has decided to bring together six things you need to know with Facebook, pointing out that it is the duty of all of us to choose the right information correctly and not to allow the wrong information to spread in the community.
The following are six key points that have been reviewed.
The Health Promotion Bureau urges the Sri Lankan public to read and understand these facts and share these facts with your friends to join the fight against the epidemic of misinformation.
6 tips to fight against misinformation about COVID – 19
01.Read not only the title but the whole story,
CLICK on the link to the topic, read the whole story and easily identify the wrong information.
Pay attention to discrepancies between images, data, excerpts, sources of information, and dates of its release.
Read carefully to see if the information is out of date.
2. The safest way for you is to go to a trusted source
Is the source you choose a reputable source of reliable information?
What is their purpose?
Where is the institution located?
3. Share true information instead of rumors
Misinformation spreads through false websites designed to be similar to websites that provide real information about Covid 19
Pay attention to clues that could be identified as misinformation
Look for fake URLs (web addresses), misspellings, or strange layouts.
4. Through reliable sources, find out the context and context in which the information is provided
Compare the information you receive with reports from other reputable sources to determine if the information provided by the health department is true.
5. If a friend or family member has shared misinformation
Send them a private message to let them know if you get a lot of likes and comments for the misinformation they share, show the correct information so that they are not offended.
6. Think for a moment before sharing information.
Some reports may be obscure, emotionally charged, or manipulative.
So think again about the accuracy of the information you plan to share