ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

COVID-19 misinformation by the United States

Okay kiddo, have you heard about Covid-19? It's a very bad sickness that can make people very sick and even cause them to die. Unfortunately, some people in the United States have been spreading misinformation about Covid-19.

Misinformation means that people are saying things that aren't true or don't have enough evidence to support them. This can be very dangerous because it can spread false ideas about how to protect yourself from Covid-19 or what to do if you get sick.

Some common examples of Covid-19 misinformation include saying that wearing a mask isn't necessary or that vaccines aren't safe or effective. These ideas are not true and can put people at risk of getting sick or not getting the proper treatment.

It's important to always trust information from reliable sources such as doctors, scientists, and public health officials. They have been working hard to study and understand Covid-19 so that they can give us accurate information on how to stay healthy and what to do if we get sick. So, always make sure to be careful about what you believe and listen to those who know best!