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VERA Files Komiks handbook to address worsening health disinformation in PH

By Bryan Manalang | Feb 25, 2022 12:28 PM

Medical experts on Thursday said the Philippines has grown into a prime hub for health mis- and disinformation amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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VERA, the truth bot: VERA Files Misinformation Tip Line

By VERA Files | Nov 11, 2021 12:34 PM

As the world has grappled with a pandemic and an infodemic, false information doesn’t just mislead people. It has real-world effects on health, such as on people’s health-seeking behavior.

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VERA FILES FACT CHECK: Post linking sexual inactivity to weak immune system NEEDS CONTEXT

By VERA Files | Jun 30, 2021 6:31 PM

“There is no scientifically available data that suggests sexual inactivity can harm the immune system,” according to a team of health experts convened by global technology nonprofit Meedan.

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