Five questions to ask before sharing a viral claim

A short checklist for slowing misinformation before it spreads.

BY Civora EditorialDEMONSTRATION CONTENT

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Identify the original source, rather than trusting a screenshot or a repost.

Check the date, full context, and whether another credible source confirms the specific claim.

Be especially cautious when a dramatic image or quotation lacks a traceable origin. If the evidence is not there, hold off on sharing.

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