Misinformation is a factor for anyone online, but research has shown false and misleading statements about COVID-19 that are in Spanish will linger longer on social media.

Hear about this national problem from Free Press Senior Counsel Nora Benavidez, and about the local efforts to help close the gap in vaccine distribution among Hispanic residents in our state. Connecticut officials say more than 6 out of 10 Hispanic residents have received at least one dose, compared to more than more than 7 in 10 white residents.

Junta for Progressive Action and the Hispanic Health Council join, along with Fair Haven Community Health Care, to discuss their real-world success in dispelling viral misconceptions.

What can you do to combat COVID-19 misinformation?

GUESTS:

• Nora Benavidez - Senior Counsel and Director of Digital Justice and Civil Rights, Free Press
• Dionne Kotey - Director of Wellness and Health Management, Hispanic Health Council
• Dr. Suzanne Lagarde - CEO, Fair Haven Community Health Care
• Bruni Pizarro - Executive Director, Junta for Progressive Action

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