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In pics: The myths and truths about coronavirus COVID-19

The number of coronavirus cases in India has gone up to 873 with 19 deaths and 79 recovered cases as per the Ministry of Health at 11 am IST (March 28,2020) . The country is under lockdown for 21 days from March 25 till April 14 and people are opting for self isolation during the health emergency situation.

Antibiotics not effective in treating coronavirus

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Antibiotics not effective in treating coronavirus

No antibiotics is effective in treating coronavirus.

The incubation period of COVID-19 is 5 days is a myth

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The incubation period of COVID-19 is 5 days is a myth

The incubation period of COVID-19 is 1-14 days.

One bowl garlic is not a cure for coronavirus

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One bowl garlic is not a cure for coronavirus

No scientific evidence of one bowl garlic being cure for coronavirus.

Holding your breath for 10 sec is not a coronavirus test

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Holding your breath for 10 sec is not a coronavirus test

Holding your breath dosen't prove you cannot be infected by coronavirus.

No evidence of Pets catching COVID-19 yet

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No evidence of Pets catching COVID-19 yet

No evidence of Pets catching COVID-19 yet 

Coronavirus survives only a few hours is a myth

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Coronavirus survives only a few hours is a myth

Coronavirus may persist on surface for hours and days.

Heavy intake of Vitamin C cannot cure corona infection

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Heavy intake of Vitamin C cannot cure corona infection

Regular intake of Vitamin C boosts immunity.

People of all ages can get affected due to coronavirus

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People of all ages can get affected due to coronavirus

People of all ages can get affected due to coronavirus. It's a myth that it affects only older people.

Fact: Bitter gourd juice can't treat coronavirus

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Fact: Bitter gourd juice can't treat coronavirus.

Fact: Bitter gourd juice can't treat coronavirus

Moist throat ensures protection is a myth

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Moist throat ensures protection is a myth

Fact: There is no scientific claim to support the fact that moist throat ensures protection.