Rumours, myths and misinformation – why they stick in the world and how to shift them

Prof Heidi Larson, 23 September 2022: Prof Larson discusses some of the key factors that pave the way for rumours and misinformation to spread. She also offers little nuggets of takeaways:

1. Don’t engage with a piece of information or news that you may think is false.

2. It’s okay to not have all the information and admit that you don’t.

3. Be mindful of the information you’re sharing on and offline.