INFLUENCE OF GLASNOST ON INFORMATION DURING THECOVID-19 PANDEMIC: A CASE STUDY OF THE INSTAGRAM PAGE'AKORDAPRESS

Abstract

The World Health Organization formally announced on
February 11, 2020 that a respiratory illness called the coronavirus or COVID-19
had emerged. Originating in China in December 2019, it was later declared a
pandemic by the World Health Organization in March 2020. This global health
crisis has resulted in unprecedented isolation, health risks, and concerns over
financial stability. The role of media, including social media, has undeniably
become increasingly significant during the COVID-19 pandemic. In such a state
of panic, these platforms have not only provided crucial information but also
facilitated two-way communication.
In this study, we aim to examine the content of the pandemic-related
news on the Instagram page "Akordapress" and determine the impact of this
information on the general population