Teorías de conspiración y desinformación inciden en el rechazo al plan de vacunación contra el Covid-19 en Ecuador.

Abstract

The present work aims to demonstrate how the disinformation that spreads on social networks can create communities that threaten health, based on conspiracy theories in relation to the Covid-19 pandemic. Through investigations, interviews with experts and field work, it was felt how denial groups are present in Ecuador, especially in Guayaquil. In addition, the point of view of one of the most active denier and antivaccine communities in the city is included and it is explained that these speeches are so effective because they appeal to emotions. Although the conspiracy theories seem somewhat abstract, their scope in Ecuador could be seen reflected in the absenteeism of the Ecuadorian vaccination plan and the intake of chlorine dioxide. The final product of this multimedia report can be viewed on the website: https://carrillostephani.wixsite.com/website.