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Lists the common myths about COVID-19 |
There are a lot of myths and fake news that are both dangerous to yourselves and others circulating on Social Media. Never share any information that you have not verified yourself or that isn't from official sources, it will do more harm than good.
Here we have compiled a list of common myths and fake news about COVID-19. We have also linked the source of the article which proves it.
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No, There has been messages circulating on Social media stating that drinking (preferably hot) water and keeping your throat moist can help prevent an infection. The messages also cite different health organizations. This is a myth.
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Source: https://factcheck.afp.com/health-authorities-did-not-say-drinking-water-will-prevent-coronavirus
No, COVID-19 is not airborne, meaning it does not spread through Air. It spreads through contact with droplets containing the வைரஸ் from the nose and mouths of people who are infected.
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Source : https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses#