01/8Coronavirus-related myths busted by the World Health Organization
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Amidst all the chaos triggered by the novel coronavirus, huge numbers of myths and misconceptions have also been circulating in the air. While the fight against COVID-19 continues to rage on, it is not only important to stay updated with the latest news and reports, but one must be aware of the rumours and lies that circulate and contaminate our minds. Besides disrupting our lives, it can also cause some serious damage to people's physical and mental wellbeing. That said, here are some COVID-related myths busted by the World Health Organization.
02/8Virus can travel on radio waves or mobile networks
A lot of rumours claiming the spread of the coronavirus through radio waves and mobile networks were circulating amongst people recently. However, the World Health Organization cleared the air and stated it to be a false misinformations. The WHO explained, "COVID-19 is spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks."
03/8Holding your breath for 10 seconds can determine whether you're infected or not
A false and inaccurate claim was caught circulating amongst the people in the form of text messages during this critical time. The misinformation claimed that holding one's breath for 10 seconds can determine whether one is infected or not. According to the WHO, "The best way to confirm if you have the virus producing COVID-19 disease is with a laboratory test."
04/8Hot bath will prevent catching COVID-19
While the air of fear and panic continues to rage on, people have come up with different home remedies, which may be helpful in some way but does not cure or prevent COVID in any way. One of them is the belief that taking a hot bath can prevent catching COVID-19. WHO nullifies this claim and instead asks the public to clean and sanitise their hands, if they want to prevent contracting the virus.
05/8Drinking alcohol can ward off COVID-19
While alcohol content in disinfectants and hand sanitisers can protect and prevent you from catching COVID, there's no way drinking alcohol can ward off the deadly virus. Instead, WHO says that the harmful use of alcohol may increase your risk of health problems.
06/8Vitamin and mineral supplements can cure COVID-19
With the onset of the novel coronavirus, people have increased their intake of micronutrient supplementation, thinking that it will prevent the deadly virus from affecting them. While different vitamins and minerals help boost the immune system, there have been no solid claims that these supplementations can actually cure the disease.
07/8The COVID-19 virus cannot spread in hot and humid climates
According to the World Health Organization, exposure to high temperature can protect you from COVID-19. However, there's no guarantee that you won't contract the virus. There have been many reports that suggest the spread of the virus in areas with a very hot temperature.
08/8Eating garlic prevents COVID-19
Garlic has antimicrobial properties that can help heal diseases. However, when it comes to COVID-19, there is no evidence that it can cure or prevent the deadly virus.
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