Nursing

2019-20 coronavirus outbreak

World Wide Web

Philosophy

Public health

Public relations

Virology

Dissemination

The Internet

Computer science

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)

Outbreak

Environmental health

Business

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Internet privacy

Scientific evidence

Psychology

Social media

Political science

Epistemology

Infectious disease (medical specialty)

Misinformation

Information Dissemination

Medicine

Pandemic

Disease

Pathology

AIMS Public Health

&lt;abstract&gt; &lt;p&gt;Since the inception of the current pandemic, COVID-19 related misinformation has played a role in defaulting control of the situation. It has become evident that the internet, social media, and other communication outlets with readily available data have contributed to the dissemination and availability of misleading information. It has perpetuated beliefs that led to vaccine avoidance, mask refusal, and utilization of medications with insignificant scientific data, ultimately contributing to increased morbidity. Undoubtedly, misinformation has become a challenge and a burden to individual health, public health, and governments globally. Our review article aims at providing an overview and summary regarding the role of media, other information outlets, and their impact on the pandemic. The goal of this article is to increase awareness of the negative impact of misinformation on the pandemic. In addition, we discuss a few recommendations that could aid in decreasing this burden, as preventing the conception and dissemination of misinformation is essential.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/abstract&gt;

The impact of misinformation on the COVID-19 pandemic