The new coronavirus is spreading rapidly and has infected thousands of people globally. There is a wide range of myths regarding coronavirus, and it has led WHO to publish a list of Mythbusters to help people. Here are certain five myths regarding coronavirus.
A hot bath can help in preventing the disease caused by a new coronavirus
There is a myth that taking a warm bath can help in preventing coronavirus. But this is not true; taking a hot bath cannot prevent you from getting coronavirus. The best way to protect yourself is by cleaning your hands frequently. This can help you in eliminating viruses that can lead you to infection.
Coronavirus cannot easily transmit to humid and hot climates
Another myth regarding coronavirus is that it can spread to hot and humid climates easily. As per the evidence so far, coronavirus can spread anywhere, and it can be transmitted in all types of areas, including the areas that are humid and hot. If you are traveling in areas that are at risk of coronavirus, then frequently clean your hands. This can help you in eliminating the viruses on your hands, which in turn helps in avoiding infection.
Snow and Cold Weather is Effective to Kill Coronavirus
There is no evidence to believe that cold weather and snow can kill the new coronavirus; hence it is a myth that snow or cold weather can kill coronavirus or any other virus. The normal temperature of the human body remains approximately 36.5°C to 37°C, and it does not depend on the external temperature.
Coronavirus Gets Transmitted through Products Manufactured in China
Coronavirus can stay on certain surfaces for few hours and even for several days, but it is unlikely that it can get transmitted through the products that get manufactured in any country reporting severe cases of new coronavirus. If you think any surface is contaminated, wash your hands properly after touching the surface.
Coronavirus Can be Transmitted Through Bites of Mosquitoes
Till now, there is no information or evidence to confirm that coronavirus can spread through mosquito bites. It is a respiratory virus; it spreads through the droplets generated by sneezes, coughs, or discharge from the nose.
