Vaccine Misinformation

• Spotify taking down Neil Young’s music after his Joe Rogan ultimatum

  Neil Young said earlier this week that Joe Rogan spreads misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines on his Spotify podcast, and demanded that Spotify no longer carry his music.

  Entertainment

  Jan 26, 2022
  
• N.B. man speaks out against COVID misinformation as family battles the virus

  Joe Gee says because of misinformation being spread in his community about COVID-19 vaccination, he's been left to care for family members who have become seriously ill.

  Health

  Oct 3, 2021
  
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• ‘Parallel epidemic’ of misinformation hurting Albertans alongside COVID-19 pandemic

  As misinformation runs rampant online and in social circles during the COVID-19 pandemic, trusted medical professionals are issuing a plea to Albertans.

  Health

  Oct 2, 2021
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• CPC candidate Ted Falk apologizes for spreading COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

  The Carillon newspaper quotes the incumbent candidate for Provencher, Man., urging constituents to ``do their research'' on vaccines.

  Canada

  Sep 14, 2021
• U.S. senators want social media to be held liable for spreading health misinformation

  The legislation would require internet platforms to take down health and vaccine-related misinformation during public health emergencies or be held liable for that failure.

  Tech

  Jul 22, 2021
• Facebook to label all posts about COVID-19 vaccines to counter misinformation

  The social network is also adding a tool to help get users vaccinated by connecting them to information about where and when they can get their shot.

  Tech

  Mar 15, 2021
• Twitter crackdown on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation will see repeat offenders removed

  The company said Monday that it has started using human reviewers to assess whether tweets violate its policy against COVID vaccine misinformation.

  Health

  Mar 1, 2021
• Eroding trust in scientists could hamper COVID-19 vaccine rollout: survey

  The survey underscores a growing struggle around trusted information and credible sources.

  Canada

  Feb 17, 2021
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• Conspiracies are spreading over coronavirus vaccines before one even exists

  In recent weeks, vaccine opponents have made several unsubstantiated claims.

  Health

  Apr 29, 2020
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• Simcoe Muskoka health unit ‘concerned’ people are becoming hesitant about vaccines

  The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit and the Ontario Medical Association are stressing the importance getting vaccinated.

  Health

  Nov 15, 2019