With so much information coming at a person about COVID-19, sometimes it is difficult to tell fact from fiction. Follow these tips to tackle the daily misinformation tsunami:

1. Know the source – even if your friends or family sent you the information, you should still find the original source before sharing.

2. Read beyond the headline – headlines can be misleading.

3. Research the author – are they real? Credible?

4. Review the facts.

5. Watch for the ‘us versus them’ narrative

6. Check the date – is the information being shared up to date?

7. Ask questions – talk to your healthcare provider if you have health questions.

8. Be careful when you see ‘I’m not a scientist, but…’

9. Use your judgment.