GHESKIO community health workers help Haitians prevent illness while dispelling pervasive and potentially life-threatening myths.
False information about the novel coronavirus has circulated “ad nauseum” in Haiti, ranging from conspiracy theories about testing a vaccine on Haitians, to recipes for medicinal teas inspired by Catholic priests.
In Haiti, thousands of health care workers are making an effort to educate community members about coronavirus and dispel common misconceptions. While a lack of education on the virus has contributed to many of these misconceptions, technology has facilitated the spread of false information, as it has throughout the world.
