Infodemic

Typically refers to a rapid and far-reaching spread of both accurate and inaccurate information about something, such as a disease. As facts, rumors, and fears mix and disperse, it becomes difficult to learn essential information about an issue. (from Merriam Webster Dictionary)

Year introduced: 2022

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Tree Number(s): L01.143.443.500

MeSH Unique ID: D000089102

Entry Terms:

• Infodemics

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Information Science Category
Information Science
Communication
Information Dissemination
Infodemic