As tensions rise, so does the demand for answers pertaining to the Coronavirus. The exposure of inaccurate and manipulative data can be fatal for not only the publisher but the reader as well. Humanity seeks answers, resolutions, and promptness in accordance with the pandemic. However, the actions of federal officials have varied from states and countries. For this reason, humanity has put its faith in journalism, rather than health officials. Today, journalists face several threats in attempts to keep society informed. One major ultimatum is the use of peer-print journals. Ironically, these “credited” sources require less attestation and are from independent researchers. To include the dangers of these journals, it is said by health official John Swartzberg, “unreliable pre-print reports can make it harder for journalists to do their job.” Swartzberg further states, “Society is torn with information from the government that cannot be consistently trusted. So, journalists become even more critical in their role.” Overall, peer journals should not account for the data that is open to the public. More so, it is advised to find several credible sources, than a singular journalist.
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