Influencers are playing a dangerous role when it comes to spreading coronavirus misinformation

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Influencers are playing a dangerous role when it comes to spreading coronavirus misinformation
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Tiktok and Instagram have already been flooded with misinformation.

While Nielson's angle may promote wellbeing that will improve the health of her followers, there's no way to know if it will reduce one's chances of catching coronavirus, as there's no known cure or avoidance procedure past washing your hands and avoiding large public crowds.

Nielson isn't the only one doing this, and it's not to slam her content. She simply shared advice that connected to her personal brand. Nielson likely did hear the information from a doctor on television, and knew her followers, who are passionate about health and fitness, would relate.

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