#YoNoMeVacuno is being used on TikTok for Spanish-speaking users to share their reasons for not getting vaccinated. Many of the videos include false narratives about COVID-19 vaccine safety. This is trending at the same time as Latino and other marginalized communities are questioning if the Johnson & Johnson vaccine’s availability is creating a tiered system in vaccine distribution by making the perceived “less effective” vaccine more available to communities of color. Some prominent Latinx influencers are using the hashtag.
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While directly addressing this misinformation could distract from priority talking points, Spanish-language misinformation is not as well studied as English-language, and Spanish-language information and tailored health communication is not as available as necessary. Continued outreach to and partnerships with Hispanic/Latinx communities, community leaders, community organizations, influencers, and media is highly recommended. Fact Checking Source(s):NA
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