Coronavirus Mythbusters

The novel coronavirus is spreading rapidly and so are the myths about it. Some are true while some are misleading. Any outbreak or pandemic comes with its own set of rumors and myths that tends to create a panicking situation among the citizens. In times like these, it’s not only essential to know the ‘to-dos’ but also curb the rumors and bust the myths. An ideal way to deal during this time is to cross-check information. Trust sources like WHO. Government Officials, the United Nations (UN), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India provides authentic information about the COVID-19 pandemic. To dispel fake news and present the truth, we have listed some of the rumors that are spreading extensively on COVID-19.

1. Intake of garlic prevent the spread of coronavirus.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Assamese language.

2. If you can hold your breath for 10 seconds, you don't have a coronavirus infection.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Bengali language.

3. Intake of Vitamin-C supplements stops the spread of coronavirus.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Gujarati language.

4. COVID-19 survives only for a few hours.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Hindi language.

5. Bitter gourd juice can cure coronavirus.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Kannada language.

6. Pets can spread coronavirus.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Maithili language.

7. Does drinking water kill the coronavirus?
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Malayalam language.

8. Incubation period of coronavirus is upto 5 days.
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Marathi language.

9. Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating the new coronavirus?
   

   

   Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Odia language.

10. Only older people can get infected with COVID-19.
    

    

Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Punjabi language.

Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Tamil language.

Know the coronavirus mythbusters in the Telugu language.

The best way to mitigate the spread of coronavirus is by frequently washing your hands using soap & water or using alcohol-based sanitizers and by practising social distancing.

Stay safe, stay informed about COVID-19. Stay tuned to the Trainman blog to know the latest updates on railways and COVID-19 virus. Trainman advises all the citizens throughout the nation to self-isolate themselves in the wake of COVID-19.