Several posts claim that an uptick in pediatric pneumonia cases in Ohio is “mysterious” and somehow linked to the pneumonia outbreak in China. Some online users have also falsely claimed pneumonia is a vaccine side effect.
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Responding to every conspiracy theory may detract from priority talking points. If organizations wish to respond, messaging may emphasize that there is nothing mysterious about either outbreak or any evidence that they are connected. Both outbreaks are linked to common viruses known to cause pneumonia. Fact-checking sources: Poynter, Washington Post
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