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Social media has also contributed to the spread of misinformation. In Wuhan China panic has lead to the spread of misinformation as well as disease, due to panic. Misinformation has been spread in the form of reports that fireworks will kill the virus in the air, as well as vinegar and indigowoad root curing infection. This misinformation was spread via the messaging app WeChat. Citizens have also bought an excess of materials and supplies, which has depleted the amount of supplies available to professionals.

Studies in the past have shown how people have stopped getting their information from browsers, and other search methods in favor of relying on social media. Political bots are a popular way of spreading misinformation and propaganda, as well as manipulating the opinions of people. Cases of propaganda and misinformation can vary by country. misinformation can be spread strategically, but it can sometimes be spread on accident. Misinformation has the potential to make the pandemic more dangerous than it already is.