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Examines misinformation and its role in influencing behaviors generally, and health behaviors specifically. Relies on literature from a wide range of disciplines and perspectives, such as communication, political science, and sociology. Exposes individuals to the harms of misinformation on health outcomes, and uncover key approaches used in mitigating misinformation efforts. Most evidence related to misinformation interventions is from high-income settings. As such, this course will primarily focus on harms and strategies from high-income settings but will include discussions related to low-and middle-income contexts.