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ClimateClimate change disinformation is evolving. So are efforts to fight back
Researchers discuss effective ways to counter the changing tactics of climate denial.
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Science & SocietyVaccine hesitancy is nothing new. Here’s the damage it’s done over centuries
Pockets of people have railed against vaccines as long as the preventives have existed.
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Science & SocietyHow to detect, resist and counter the flood of fake news
Misinformation about health is drowning out the facts and putting us at risk. Researchers are learning why bad information spreads and how to protect yourself.
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Science & SocietyA few simple tricks make fake news stories stick in the brain
Human brains rely on shortcuts to be efficient.