Busting myths: As Coronavirus spreads, so do fake WhatsApp forwards

Fake information and WhatsApp forwards are adding to coronavirus myths as countries scramble to control panic and knee jerk reaction

*The coronavirus is large in size where the cell diameter is 400-500 micro and for this reason any mask prevents its entry

*The virus does not settle in the air but is grounded, so it is not transmitted by air

*Coronavirus when it falls on a metal surface, it will live 12 hours, so washing hands with soap and water well enough

The above three messages are among hundreds being forwarded on social media especially WhatsApp these days and they are all fake. Such fake messages have contributed significantly to rising panic levels across the country. 

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