SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): As the coronavirus worms its way around the globe, catching people off guard, here is a list of myths about the Covid-19 disease which the World Health Organisation (WHO) has debunked.
No. Hand dryers are not effective in killing the virus. To protect yourself against the virus, you should frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Once your hands are cleaned, you should dry them thoroughly using paper towels or a warm air dryer.UV lamps should not be used to sterilise hands or other areas of skin, as UV radiation can cause skin irritation.
Although these vaccines are not effective against the Covid-19, vaccination against respiratory illnesses is highly recommended to protect your health.No. There is no evidence that regularly rinsing the nose with saline has protected people from infection with the virus. There is some limited evidence that regularly rinsing the nose with saline can help people recover more quickly from the common cold. However, regular rinsing of the nose has not been shown to prevent respiratory infections.
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