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Parents must vaccinate children to prevent spread of diseases in schools

As kindergarten vaccine exemption rate continues to rise, parents must heed advice of doctors, scientific research

Wisconsin professors discuss changing information landscape in age of AI

Where there is more information than ever, journalists need to level playing field, experts say

Science communication professor speaks on misinformation in age of COVID-19

Attempting to correct misinformation can have adverse effects, professor says

Political advertising’s role in elections: How messaging swings voters

While ineffective to most voters, political advertising can swing undecided voters, influence elections

Journalists vs fake news: How Michael Wagner battles misinformation

UW professor studies roots of misinformation spread

UW researchers earn NSF grant to create inclusive health communication strategies

'The reasons for mistrust are not only historical, but are present day – Black Americans continue to face oppression and medical racism,' UW professor says

Fact or Fiction: Worsening misinformation spread poses dangerous implications for society

While misinformation has existed throughout history, the evolving media landscape leaves people susceptible to misinformation like never before

Exploring the connection between scientific disagreement, public engagement

UW professor releases paper studying how disagreement, uncertainty drive away non-scientific audiences

UW’s Science Writer in Residence cautions journalists about obligations during pandemic

Dumbing down the science, publishing outdated information and the 'deluge of data' all contribute to the spread of misinformation.

Dane County Board of Health responds to resolution to extend emergency order

Board of Health 'disheartened' by county supervisor's suggestion to wait for public input on emergency order

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