Corona unscientific rumors
Rumor 1: Vaccines are not safe because they need to study for a long time.
There was no rush to clinical trials test safety and efficacy. Immunity was not compromised in any way. What happened quickly was finding a vaccine for testing.
Rumor 2: Vaccines can have long-term side effects.
In the case of vaccines, if a complication or side effects such as an allergic reaction occur, it appears within minutes to hours after receiving the vaccine. If we do not see serious side effects immediately, we can result that it will be on the safe track.
Rumor 3: You can get coronavirus through vaccines; because there is no live virus in vaccines.
Rumor 4: I already have COVID-19, so I do not need to be vaccinated.
If you have COVID-19, you have natural protection by your antibodies. However, we do not know how much this protection is or how long it will take.
Rumor 5: People with underlying conditions should not be vaccinated.
People with underlying diseases are at high risk for complications from COVID-19.
Rumor 6: People with suppressed immune systems should not be vaccinated.
People with suppressed immune systems should be vaccinated.
Rumor 7: If you get vaccinated, it can make you infertile.
Pregnant women with COVID-19 infection are at higher risk for miscarriage or premature birth, which is a higher reason for getting vaccinated.
Rumor 8: If I am pregnant or breastfeeding, I should not be vaccinated.
Vaccination is safe at any stage of pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Rumor 9: I do not need to be vaccinated because I am young and healthy.
They can unknowingly pass COVID-19 to more vulnerable people.
10 false rumors about the Coronavirus from the point of view of the World Health Organization
1. Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating coronary heart disease?
Antibiotics are not against viruses; they are just against bacteria. Only be treated with antibiotics to fight opportunistic infections.
2. Does the hand dryer kill new coronaviruses?
No. To protect yourself against viruses, do regular hand washing and dry cleaning.
3. Does an ultraviolet (UV) disinfectant kill the coronavirus?
Ultraviolet light can kill the new coronavirus strain. However, you should not get UV rays into your skin directly, as they can irritate the skin.
4. How effective is a body temperature scanner in diagnosing people with Covid-19 fever?
They cannot identify people who have recently had a fever. It is because it takes 2 to 10 days for people with the virus to show symptoms.
5. Does spraying alcohol or chlorine on the body helps eliminate coronavirus?
Spraying such substances can damage clothing or mucous membranes. Alcohol and chlorine may help disinfect surfaces.
6. Can pet spread Coronavirus?
Always wash your hands after contact with a pet. It protects you from other common bacteria that can be transmitted from pets to humans.
7. Does the pneumonia vaccine help protect you against coronavirus?
No
8. Does regular rinsing of the nose with physiological saline help prevent coronavirus?
Regular rinsing of the nose with salt water can help people recover quickly from a cold.
9. Does the Coronavirus only infect the elderly?
People of all ages should take action to protect themselves against viruses by observing hand hygiene and respiratory hygiene.
10. Are there any medications that can prevent or treat the new coronavirus?
No
