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Comparative dimensions of COVID-19 visual health literacy: social media news imagery in Germany and China

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Comparative dimensions of COVID-19 visual health literacy: social media news imagery in Germany and China

B. Nickl, K. Qiu, et al.

This study explores the intriguing differences in visual health communication between Germany and China during the COVID-19 pandemic. By analyzing over 3700 digital media posts, it uncovers how cultural variations influence public perceptions of healthcare policies. The research, conducted by Benjamin Nickl, Kuanyong Qiu, and Jordi Vidal-Robert, introduces the innovative concept of 'visual dataset fingerprints' to enhance understanding in global healthcare communication.

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Abstract
This study examines variations in visual health communication practices between Germany and China during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on metaphorical mapping and introducing the concept of "visual dataset fingerprints." Analysis of over 3700 digital visual media posts from eight social media platforms reveals differences in image use reflecting variations in how public opinion and attitudes toward COVID-19 policies were shaped across languages and cultures. The study offers a new research approach to global healthcare communication in social news media.
Publisher
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Oct 23, 2024
Authors
Benjamin Nickl, Kuanyong Qiu, Jordi Vidal-Robert
Tags
visual health communication
COVID-19
metaphorical mapping
cultural variations
public opinion
digital media
global healthcare
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