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Misinformation further complicates pandemic management. Many Indonesians distrust official health advice, instead relying on dubious sources or traditional remedies. The spread of false information about COVID-19 treatments, vaccine efficacy, or even the existence of the virus hampers vaccination efforts and compliance with health measures.
Some communities harbor skepticism about human-to-human transmission, suspicion that the virus is a myth, or fear that vaccination might cause more harm than good. These attitudes often lead to lower vaccination rates and resistance to health protocols, undermining national efforts to control the virus.