Coronavirus Outbreak: As Misinformation Spreads on Social Media, Facebook Removes Posts

Facebook said it will take down misinformation about China's fast-spreading coronavirus, in a rare departure from its usual approach to dubious health content that is presenting a fresh challenge for social media companies.

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