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The tag 'ebola misinformation' covers discussions about false or misleading claims related to the Ebola virus, particularly those spread through books or media during public health scares. Content under this tag examines how authors and publishers capitalize on fear by promoting inaccurate information, such as exaggerated transmission methods or conspiracy theories about secret stockpiles. The tag highlights the tension between panic and complacency, critiquing sources that mix useful advice with blatant falsities. It serves as a resource for identifying and understanding common myths about Ebola, helping readers distinguish credible health guidance from scare tactics.
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    NEWS The Sham, Scaremongering Guide to Ebola

    Someone was sure to capitalize on the Ebola panic, and Dr. Joseph Alton is that guy. His book, ‘Ebola Survival Handbook,’ is already a bestseller. Did you know you could get Ebola by breathing it in? That you could catch it in your backyard? Or that tons of enemy countries are stockpiling Ebola...
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