Open Access in the Age of AI: The Journal of Appalachian Health and Hurricane Helene Recovery.
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Journal of Appalachian health
Published Date:
Oct 1, 2024
Abstract
The recent destruction brought upon the Appalachian region by Hurricane Helene has emphasized the importance of the . As an open-access peer-reviewed source of information, the plays a critical role in not only facilitating public health research about Hurricane Helene, but also combating misinformation regarding the event. In the days following Hurricane Helene, misinformation about the federal government's response, along AI generated images, have left many in the region confused and misled about what had happened. Going forward, the will play an necessary part in making sure accurate information is shared to understand how we can prepare for future natural disasters, combat misinformation regarding response efforts, and facilitate long-term healing across Appalachia.
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