Medical Conspiracy Theories and Covid-19

Grand Rounds - May 29, 2020
“Medical Conspiracy Theories and Covid-19"

Speaker: Joseph Pierre, MD

Objectives:

1. Identify how common it is to believe at least one medically-related conspiracy theory.
2. Describe at least one conspiracy theory related to COVID-19.
3. Describe how mistrust and misinformation can lead to belief in medical conspiracy theories.
4. List one strategy to decrease belief in medical conspiracy theories.
5. Define the role that cultural diversities (gender, age, race, religion, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, socio-economics, etc.) may play in medical conspiracy theories

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Oregon Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at 541-706-4680, [email protected]. For CME or Clerkship questions, contact Sheila Jordan, MMGT, CHCP, Manager of Continuing Medical Education at 541-706-6780, [email protected].