Understanding the COVID-19 Infodemic: Analyzing User-Generated Online Information During a COVID-19 Outbreak in Vietnam

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Authors

Ha‐Linh Quach · Australian National University

Phạm Quang Thái · Hanoi Medical University

Thi Ngoc Anh Hoang · Australian National University

Dinh Cong Phung · Ministry of Science and Technology

Viet-Cuong Nguyen · Hewlett-Packard (Japan)

Son Thai Le

Le Thi Thanh

Dang Hai Le

Abstract

Misinformation and unverified information during the outbreak showed clustering, with social media being particularly affected. This indepth assessment demonstrates the value of analyzing online "infodemics" to inform public health responses.

Topics & Keywords

Misinformation and Its Impacts Hate Speech and Cyberbullying Detection Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Healthcare Informatics Research

Volume 28, Issue 4, pp. 307-318

DOI: 10.4258/hir.2022.28.4.307

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