September 10, 2025

The Role of X and Facebook in Managing Risk Communication During Infectious Disease Outbreak

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This paper explores risk communication through social media during disease outbreaks, highlighting misinformation and public health implications.

Social media platforms improve risk communication during infectious disease outbreaks, enhancing public engagement.
With 368 million users on X and 3.06 billion on Facebook, their reach is vital for timely public information.
The analysis showcases a proposed approach of collaboration and reform to strengthen information dissemination.
Effective social media strategies may lead to improved health outcomes, including reduced mortality rates.

Zhu et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This paper explores risk communication through social media during disease outbreaks, highlighting misinformation and public health implications.