Fake news drives crowds to QC mega vax hub
A Quezon City vaccination site at Araneta Coliseum faced a surge of unannounced visitors due to misinformation on Sunday.
Mayor Joy Belmonte reiterated that pre-registration and scheduling are mandatory, with walk-ins not allowed.
Belmonte appealed to online platforms to help curb the spread of fake news, which could endanger public health.
The Philippine National Police chief rushed to the site after reports of a large crowd, similar to incidents in Manila, Las Piñas, and Antipolo on Aug. 5.
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