PMNCH 48d ago

Mis- and disinformation are increasingly shaping how people access and understand health information, with serious consequences for women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health. In this Ready, Set, Implement! dialogue, global experts, public health leaders, youth advocates and government representatives explore how false and misleading narratives are impacting sexual and reproductive health and rights, immunization, maternal health, adolescent well-being and mental health worldwide. The discussion also introduces PMNCH’s new Fact Check platform, designed to help partners rapidly verify health information, counter harmful narratives and provide trusted, evidence-based responses in real time. Speakers share practical experiences from countries and communities on building trust, engaging young people, monitoring rumors and responding to misinformation across digital and offline spaces. The conversation highlights the growing role of AI, social media algorithms and online platforms in shaping public perceptions, while emphasizing the importance of trusted local voices, culturally relevant communication and community-led approaches to protecting health and rights.