4 Myths & Misconceptions about COVID-19

Hi readers! I will tell you something four myths and misconceptions about COVID-19 that until now, a lot of people believes in that.

1. Drinking a lot of water will wash away the virus.

Staying hydrated is very important for your health but, drinking a lot of water will "not" wash away the virus. When we are exposed outside, thousands of bacteria and virus particles might enter your body, and washing a few of those down to your throat by the means of drinking, it won't make a difference. On the other hand, viruses may also enter your body thru your nose and eyes.

2. When the weather is too hot, the virus will go away.

According to World Health Organization (WHO), evidences have showed that the virus can spread in both hot and cold areas. At least 56° Celsius is needed in able to kill the virus by heat. This temperature is close tobthe hottest ambient air temperature on heart that was recorded at Death Valley, California, with the temperature of 57° Celsius.

3. Gargling salt water will protect you from having COVID-19 virus.

Up until now, there are no such evidence that will prove that gargling salt water will protects you from the virus. It may able to soothe your sore throat but, it doesn't mean that it will protect you.

4. Drinking alcohol beverages will kill the virus in your body.

Drinking alcohol beverages doesn't have an effect to the virus in your body. It will not the virus particles inside your body. Alcohol with 60% concentration will disinfect your skin, but it doesn't have a same effect on what's inside your body. In fact, according to studies, drinking a lot of alcohol beverages will weakens your immune system, and this might lead you to contract the virus in a very easy way.

These are just few of the wrong beliefs and misconceptions of people. I hope that I helped you just by spreading out small yet very important information.

Stay safe and stay healthy, everyone!