Dr. Seema Yasmin Introduces Her Diverse Background and Journey to Investigating Misinformation

Dr. Seema Yasmin, a medical doctor with extensive experience investigating disease outbreaks, shares her journey from being a hospital doctor in London to investigating public health crises in the US. Witnessing the impact of misinformation on patient beliefs and realizing the limitations in healthcare systems, particularly in addressing root causes of illness, led her to join the Epidemic Intelligence Service in the US. Dr. Yasmin highlights the challenges faced during her time investigating outbreaks, emphasizing the crucial role of understanding and countering health misinformation.