What contributes to COVID-19 online disinformation among Black Canadians: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Black Canadians are disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the literature suggests that online disinformation and misinformation contribute to higher rates of SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccine hesitancy in Black communities in Canada. Through stakeholder interviews, we sought to describe the nature of COVID-19 online disinformation among Black Canadians and identify the factors contributing to this phenomenon.

Methods

We conducted purposive sampling followed by snowball sampling and completed in-depth qualitative interviews with Black stakeholders with insights into the nature and impact of COVID-19 online disinformation and misinformation in Black communities. We analyzed data using content analysis, drawing on analytical resources from intersec

SUBMITTER: Kemei J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10158753 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May-Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature