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Health Misinformation on Social Media in Bangladesh: Public Health Impact and Mitigation Strategies Nusrat Jahan Labonno Wahid bin Ahsan bangladesh Digital literacy Featured health misinformation healthcare misinformation impact Mitigation Strategies public health research social media The proliferation of health misinformation on social media presents a significant threat to public health in Bangladesh. This study explores how the general population engages with health-related content on social media, identifies the causes and impacts of misinformation, and offers strategies to mitigate these issues. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates qualitative interviews with 30 participants and quantitative surveys with 150 respondents. Key findings reveal a prevalent reliance on unverified health information, leading to potential health risks. The study emphasizes the need for adherence to authentic medical advice and suggests a coordinated effort involving healthcare professionals and government initiatives. Recommendations include enhancing digital literacy, implementing robust fact-checking mechanisms, and promoting credible health information sources to effectively combat misinformation. Userhub Userhub Journal 2024-05-31 info:eu-repo/semantics/article application/pdf https://doi.org/10.58947/RGKM-SDPT https://userhub.com.bd/publications/health-misinformation-social-media-bangladesh-public-health-impact-mitigation/ info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://userhub.com.bd/download/report/health-misinformation-social-media-bangladesh-public-health-impact-mitigation-strategies.pdf en