A matter of trust: coronavirus shows again why we value expertise when it comes to our health
- Written by Aaron Martin, Associate Professor, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Melbourne
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The viral spread of mis- and disinformation about the coronavirus pandemic, just like the viral spread of the disease itself, has led to unprecedented media coverage. This has included a welcome return to prioritising expert knowledge.
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