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Covid-19 misinformation: Preparing for future crises

This report takes stock of the literature in behavioural sciences about COVID-19 misinformation. It covers issues such as who was most likely to believe or share COVID-19 misinformation, the consequences of being exposed to or believing COVID-19 misinformation, and which behavioural policy interventions to counter COVID-19 misinformation are effective. The report also provides a snapshot of the prevalence and spread of Covid-19 misinformation as well as its narratives. It generates insights into policies that can help foster societal resilience against misinformation beyond the specific case of COVID-19. This contributes to preparation for future crises.