US Health Chief Xavier Becerra Admits Struggle with Social Media Disinformation
2025-01-12
The Washington Post on MSN.com
Xavier Becerra, the head of the Department of Health and Human Services, has expressed concerns about the challenges federal agencies face in combating disinformation on social media platforms. With the rapid spread of instantaneous information and disinformation, Becerra acknowledges that federal agencies are outmatched in this digital landscape. As a result, he regrets the limitations of their efforts to provide accurate health information to the public. The issue highlights the need for effective social media management and digital literacy to counter online misinformation and promote public health awareness, particularly in the era of digital transformation and health misinformation.
