Join us for this class:
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Online
Taught by Kelsey Cowles, Rachel Suppok, and Rebekah Miller
Register for Identifying and Combating Health Misinformation*
Health misinformation is a widespread problem, with false or misleading information about both longstanding health concerns and emergent situations spreading rapidly. Sometimes questionable health information is obvious, but it can also be difficult to recognize and can potentially reach millions of people. This class will discuss strategies for identifying health misinformation and contextually appropriate methods for addressing it.
Upon completing this class, you should be able to:
- Define health misinformation and its subtypes.
- Describe why health misinformation spreads so readily online.
- Evaluate information sources to identify likely examples of health misinformation.
- Implement a communication strategy for combating health misinformation.
Level: Novice
Recording status: This class will not be recorded.
Class Materials: Class materials will be shared with registrants.
If you are unable to attend this scheduled class, consider requesting a customized instruction session for your course, group, or department.
*HSLS classes are open to University of Pittsburgh faculty, staff, and students, as well as UPMC residents and fellows.