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    13 Coronavirus myths busted by science

    Kitkat
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    Post by Kitkat Mon 23 Mar 2020, 13:45

    13 Coronavirus myths busted by science

    As the novel coronavirus continues to infect people around the world, news articles and social media posts about the outbreak continue to spread online. Unfortunately, this relentless flood of information can make it difficult to separate fact from fiction — and during a viral outbreak, rumors and misinformation can be dangerous.
    Here at Live Science, we've compiled a list of the most pervasive myths about the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, the disease it causes, and explained why these rumors are misleading, or just plain wrong.



    Read the full article on Live Science arrow right  HERE


    ETA:  (Admin note) Bear in mind that this article is US-based, and some of the advice contained in the video (e.g. get to your nearest testing centre or hospital if you experience the main symptoms) will clash with the advice given here in the UK.  The advice and information (from individual countries) is changing every day, with the fast-changing circumstances - so keep up to date with all the daily updates for your area - and keep safe.

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