COVID-19: Myths and Truths

The amount of misinformation that is being spread about COVID-19 is equally dangerous as the virus itself. Relying on these rumors can put you at risk of contracting the virus and spreading it to your loved ones. Knowing the truth about misinformation can be hard, especially now that Americans are trying to grasp the extent of COVID-19.  Below are some of the misinformation about COVID-19 and the truth about them.

The Coronavirus is Just Like any Other Flu

The flu is mostly seasonal, and the fact that it has a vaccine and people are more aware of it makes it comprehensible. Both seasonal flu and the Coronavirus are respiratory illnesses; however, COVID-19 is not the seasonal flu. According to researchers, the Coronavirus spreads more quickly and has a higher mortality rate than the seasonal flu. Some symptoms of the Coronavirus can be similar to flu; however, the difference is with the severity. For example, the usual flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, headaches, muscle aches, runny nose, and stuffy nose, fatigue, diarrhea, and vomiting. According to the CDC, the flu symptoms might come abruptly, and most people who get sick recover in less than two weeks. However, in some cases, the flu causes complications like pneumonia.

On the other hand, doctors are trying to get the fuller picture of COVID-19 symptoms and severity. Patients are reporting mild to severe symptoms, which include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Other symptoms might include chills, muscle aches, headaches, frequent shaking, and loss of smell and taste. According to the CDC, the symptoms of COVID-19 seem to come on more slowly than those of the seasonal flu.

Drinking Methanol, Ethanol can Cure or Prevent COVID-19

Ethanol and methanol are poisonous and should not be ingested. Drinking them can be fatal or can lead to a disability. Although these products are used in cleaning products to kill germs and viruses, you should not drink them in any case. They will not kill the virus in your body, but they will damage the organs inside your body.

You can go to Church to Worship

You can still practice your religion, connect with your community, and set intentions about how you want to live. However, you cannot go to religious places during this pandemic. Some churches have held church services that have been defined as a high-defiance of authorities. Some countries recorded as high as 2,500 Coronavirus cases of COVID-19 that resulted from the churches’ violation of public orders.

5G Mobile Networks Do Not Spread COVID-19

It is important to note that viruses do not travel on waves or mobile networks. Remember that many countries that have reported the COVID-19 cases do not even have the 5G networks to start with. The Coronavirus is spread through droplets when an infected individual speaks, coughs, or sneezes. You can contract COVID-19 by touching contaminated surfaces and then touch your mouth, nose, or eyes.

Cold Weather Can Kill the COVID-19 Virus

There is absolutely no reason to believe that cold weather can kill the novel Coronavirus. Remember that the typical human temperature remains 36.5°C to 37°C, no matter the exterior temperature or the weather.  The best way to protect yourself from the Coronavirus is by frequently washing your hands using alcohol-based hand sanitizers and using soap and water.

Many people say Coronavirus has impacted the way they live their normal lives. Shopping, church services, meetings, and social events have all moved online. People who planned to get married are doing so virtually. People who create the above myths are the ones who don’t want to face reality. Therefore, it is essential to know the difference between the myths and facts about COVID-19 and protect yourself.

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