The COVID-19 pandemic has led to numerous myths and misconceptions, including the belief that the virus is a human-made one or that the vaccine causes the flu. These theories have been promoted by various figures, including former US President Donald Trump, who claimed that the disease is not as dangerous as seasonal influenza. The World Health Organization (WHO) has dismissed these claims as “conspiracy theories”.
One of the most persistent myths is that the Spanish flu was caused by the coronavirus leaked from a China lab. Another conspiracy theory, known as the “gain-of-function” theory, blames the U.S. scientific establishment and Fauci for creating or strengthening the virus. The 1918 influenza pandemic also led to widespread misconceptions about the seasonal vaccine, with self-perceived infections mediating the link between conspiracy beliefs and health behaviors.
The 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic led to narratives about the epidemic defined by trust, with the virus being played as an existential game of schemes, choices, and consequences. Conspiracy theories have proliferated on social media following news of a death linked to bird flu in Mexico.
While doctors’ role in immunization is essential, their lack of knowledge or vaccine hesitancy may affect their ability to communicate effectively. The global outbreak of avian influenza has spawned dubious claims that the disease is aimed at driving up food prices.
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