With the flu affecting the whole world, COVID-19 (or Coronavirus) isn’t just a mere headline anymore. India has officially recorded 191K cases and 5394 deaths till date.
The Coronavirus outbreak has been announced pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The virus has affected 188 countries and territories globally.
While the rumours about the spread and cures of Coronavirus surround you, it is necessary to have complete information about the same.
What’s the news?
The Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that can lead to less or severe effects on the body. The deadly virus originated from Wuhan, China. It has led to 372K deaths worldwide.
However, it is better to prepare ourselves to avoid getting infected than struggling for cures later.
Rather than believing in myths you get to hear learn about the facts here.
Science has busted the myths regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and we’ll clear them for you.
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Myth- A face mask can protect you from COVID-19.
Wearing lightweight, surgical masks is not recommended to provide protection from the virus. These masks are not designed to block viral particles. But infected people can use them to lessen the chance of infecting others.
Special respirators (N-95) greatly help to reduce the spread of virus. These are used by the medical staff treating infected people.
Myth- The virus was created and released from the lab.
No evidence proves that the virus is man-made. Such viruses basically occur naturally in bats, pigs and birds and are passed to humans.
Myth- Getting the products shipped from China can infect you.
According to WHO, it is safe to get the products or letters shipped from China. Researchers have found that coronaviruses don’t survive for very long on the surfaces. So, in no case you can get infected by Coronavirus from a package that was in transit for days or weeks.
Myth- Coronavirus spreads from non-veg food products.
Coronavirus is an infection that spreads from person to person. Consuming non-vegetarian food products isn't the cause. All kinds of meats should be properly washed before consumption.
Myth- The virus does not prevails in areas with hot weather conditions.
The AIIMS Director does not agrees to intensity of COVID-19 tapering down with rise in temperatures. He said “The impact of the virus is as serious in hot-humid weather conditions of Singapore as in the colder environment of European countries.” It is better to stay safe than blindly believing in these myths.
Myth- Vitamin C supplements prevent Coronavirus infections.
Researchers have yet to find that Vitamin C supplements can render people immune to COVID-19 infection. Vitamin C is definitely responsible for maintaining healthy immune system but an over-dose to avoid infections does not helps to avoid infection from Coronaviruses.
Myth- Only older people and young children are at risks of getting infected.
Like other Coronaviruses, COVD-19 can also infect the person of any age group.
Myth- Covid-19 is definite for causing deaths.
The symptoms of the virus might be little or severe but curable. If you follow the safe habits, you can avoid catching infections. And even if you suffer, it is curable with the right treatment. About 78,285 have already been cured of the infection.
Myth- Hand-dryers can kill the virus.
Hand-dryers cannot kill coronaviruses. But washing your hands regularly with soap or handwash and using sanitizers can lower the risks of getting infected.
Myth- Protection by using gargling bleach.
Gargling bleach in no case can protect you from catching the infection. But might turn to be hazardous for your health.
What to do?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests some simple steps to reduce the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) :
- Try not to touch your face.
- Use sanitizers frequently to keep your hands clean.
- Use tissue while sneeze or cough then dispose it. In case of no tissues, sneeze or cough in the crook of your elbow.
- Avoid close contact with sick people.
- Disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. Use standard cleaning sprays and wipes.
- Wash your hands regularly using soaps or hand-wash.
Learn from the facts and ignore the myths. Follow the mentioned steps and be safe.
Do not panic and contact the hospitals mentioned by your respective states. Remember, people are getting cured and the infection is avoidable.
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