The Google News Initiative (GNI) has rolled out an initiative to help users worldwide easily find COVID-19 vaccination information and resources.
The initiative, part of GNI’s ongoing efforts to combat misinformation, is designed to connect users with credible and up-to-date information about COVID-19 vaccines from trusted sources. It includes a dedicated COVID-19 vaccination information panel, which provides users with quick access to key information about vaccines, including:
* **Vaccine effectiveness:** Information about the effectiveness of different vaccines against COVID-19 and its variants.
* **Vaccine safety:** Information about the safety of vaccines, including common side effects and rare but serious risks.
* **Vaccine availability:** Information about where and how to get vaccinated, including links to government websites and vaccine appointment schedulers.
* **Vaccine side effects:** Information about what to expect after getting vaccinated, including common side effects and how to manage them.
* **Vaccine hesitancy:** Information about addressing vaccine hesitancy and concerns, including debunking common myths and answering frequently asked questions.
The GNI COVID-19 vaccination information panel is available in multiple languages and can be accessed through Google News, Google Search, and YouTube. It is also available through GNI partners, including news websites and social media platforms.
In addition to the vaccination information panel, GNI is also working with health organizations and governments worldwide to provide localized information and resources about COVID-19 vaccines. This includes working with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and local health departments to ensure that users have access to the most accurate and up-to-date information about COVID-19 vaccines.
GNI’s efforts to combat misinformation and provide users with credible information about COVID-19 vaccines are part of its broader commitment to supporting a healthy and informed society. GNI believes that access to accurate information is essential for people to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, GNI will continue to work with partners and organizations worldwide to provide users with the information and resources they need to stay safe and healthy..
