The Deadly Link Between Cholera Outbreaks and Climate Change.

False claims about the spread of cholera in Mozambique have led to violent protests and deaths, with misinformation largely spreading through word of mouth and social media. Some online posts claim falsely that measures implemented by local health officials, such as adding chlorine to water supplies and the use of purifiers, are in fact spreading the disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) has highlighted instances in which misinformation about the disease has contributed to the unrest, and warns that it undermines trust in health authorities, hampers public health responses, and ultimately prolongs outbreaks.