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Can Animals Spread COVID-19?
Can Animals Spread COVID-19?
Scientists have identified the virus in a growing list of animals, according to the CDC, including cats, dogs, ferrets, gorillas, hamsters, hippos, hyenas, mice, otters, pigs, rabbits, and tigers.
Refer to: Webmd
Eating eggs causes high cholesterol
Eating eggs causes high cholesterol
Scientists have since debunked the idea that eggs increase your blood cholesterol . Inf act, Harvard University's analysis of two 2018 studies even suggests that eating eggs can improve your heart health.
Refer to: CNET
Is Exercising At Night Bad?
Is Exercising At Night Bad?
False. Exercising at night has no seen effect on one's ability to fall asleep. A workout before bed should not influence your sleep. A nighttime workout does not inhibit muscle growth either.
Refer to: CNET
Starve a Fever, Feed a Cold
Starve a Fever, Feed a Cold
False. When one has a fever, you want to maintain a regular diet as best as you can, your body actually requires more calories when you’re sick to fight the fever. So stick to your gut!
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Eating Nothing Can Help You Lose Weight
Eating Nothing Can Help You Lose Weight
False. Eating too little can actually rebound weight gain due to the body's attempt to survive starvation. Eating a balanced, low-calorie diet will help you lose weight for longer and better.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Canned Foods Have Little Nutritional Value
Canned Foods Have Little Nutritional Value
False. Canned foods are often as or more nutritious than freshly bought foods and vegetables. For example, canned tomatoes provide more lycopene compared to fresh or cooked tomatoes. They are also often much more cheap compared to their organic counterparts.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Addiction Affects Everyone in the Same Way
Addiction Affects Everyone in the Same Way
False. It is a myth that certain substances are “more addictive” than others, Rather certain people can be more prone to addiction compared to others for a multitude of reasons.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Is bottled water better for you than tap?
Is bottled water better for you than tap?
False. Bottled water companies may promote the health benefits of their product and conspiracy theorists will warn you of the fluoride the government adds to tap water.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Is sitting healthy or not?
Is sitting healthy or not?
False. In a 2015 study, it was shown that there was no relation between sitting time and mortality rate. Although further studies have yet to be discussed, there is no evidence of a relationship between sitting time and health risks.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does coffee help growth within children and teens?
Does coffee help growth within children and teens?
False. Drinking coffee daily does not prevent growth in children and teenagers. There is no evidence of a relationship between coffee drinking and height.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does eating breakfast help lose weight?
Does eating breakfast help lose weight?
True. Eating breakfast does contribute to weight loss. Because you ate a healthy breakfast in the morning, you can prevent random eating in other parts of the day. A healthy breakfast can help shed down spontaneous junk food cravings.
Refer to: Slideshow: 10 Health Myths Debunked
Does cracking your knuckles give you arthritis?
Does cracking your knuckles give you arthritis?
False. Cracking your knuckles may seem like a bad habit that wards away people, but it cannot give early arthritis. However, cracking knuckles can lead to reduced grip strength and more swollen hands.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does eating burnt food cause cancer?
Does eating burnt food cause cancer?
False. Acrylamide from burnt food has an extremely low cause of increasing the risk of cancer. This isn't enough evidence to prove the correlation.
Refer to: Cancer Research UK
Do carrots give night vision?
Do carrots give night vision?
False. Carrots are good for your eyesight, but they do not give better night vision. This myth actually originated from World War II jets. However, the vitamin A that we get from carrots does help with eyesight.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Do crunches help define your six-pack?
Do crunches help define your six-pack?
True. Ab exercises do give your muscles more definition, especially crunches. However, if you want your six pack to show, you must do lots of cardio and have a good and healthy diet.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Is sunblock needed when the sun is obscured?
Is sunblock needed when the sun is obscured?
True. Sun protection should always be applied. Even though the sun is not out, the UV rays that are being emitted can penetrate clouds. Your skin can be damaged by the sun even during short intervals outside.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does starving yourself for a while help lose weight?
Does starving yourself for a while help lose weight?
False. Starving yourself can make you look skinnier temporarily. However, it will cause your weight to fluctuate when you eat next. It is more beneficial to cut down on calories instead of completely starving yourself.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Do our fingernails continue to grow when we die?
Do our fingernails continue to grow when we die?
False. Our fingernails stop growing when we die and it stays as is. However, the skin around our fingernails retracts so it makes it seem like our nails are growing out.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does eating before bed make you overweight?
Does eating before bed make you overweight?
False. It does not depend on when you eat the food, but rather what you eat. Eating junk food at any time is bad for your health
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does Chocolate Cause Acne?
Does Chocolate Cause Acne?
False. Chocolate consumption is not linked with increase in acne. Multiple studies have shown that there is no association between the two. Eating chocolate will not cause worse skin.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Are Egg Yolks Bad for You?
Are Egg Yolks Bad for You?
False. Egg yolk is recommended for everyone unless they are allergic to it. Egg yolk contains HDL, which is a good source of cholesterol and can counteract the effects of bad cholesterol. Egg yolks should be eaten at least five days a week.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Are Canned Foods Healthy?
Are Canned Foods Healthy?
True. Cannot foods should definitely not be overlooked. They are extremely affordable and convenient to use. Typically, canned food would contain the same nutrition as food you would see in a grocery store.
Refer to: 40 Health Myths
Does going outside with wet hair make you sick?
Does going outside with wet hair make you sick?
False. Recent studies have shown that going out with wet or damp hair will not increase chances of being infected with the common cold. However, it can increase already present symptoms and worsen your condition.
Refer to: Healthline
Should you put butter or ice on a burn?
Should you put butter or ice on a burn?
False. Even though your body would feel good after putting butter or ice on it, it is not beneficial to you in the long run. Butter is extremely effective at spreading heat and ice has the capability to damage cells and make the burn even worse.
Can dirty toilet seats transmit STDS?
Can dirty toilet seats transmit STDS?
Viruses, bacteria, and parasites are all potential causes of STDs. The only STDs that have a serious potential of being spread by sitting on a filthy toilet seat are parasitic STDs like crabs (pubic lice) or trichomoniasis. Even then, the probability is really slim. Because toilet seats don't make for optimal dwelling conditions for parasites, your genital area would need to come into contact with the seat when it is still there and alive.
Does deodorant cause cancer?
Does deodorant cause cancer?
False. Deodorant and cancer has shown correlation but not causation. There is no evidence that there is a link between the two. There have been studies that have shown no connection between deodorant and cancer.
Does deodorant cause cancer?
Does deodorant cause cancer?
Possible preventative measures
Possible preventative measures
Does warm water get rid of COVID?
Does warm water get rid of COVID?
False. Warm water is not enough to rinse out COVID-19. The particles of COVID are extremely small and cannot be rinsed out of the throat or nose.
Refer to: Hopkins Medicine
Is the COVID 19 vaccine safe?
Is the COVID 19 vaccine safe?
Many companies and doctors spent lots of time on perfecting the vaccine because of the millions of deaths caused by COVID. The current vaccine is approved by the FDA because of the results of several clinical trials done in labs. As of right now, the vaccine saves lives, prevents more infections, and lessens the effects of the virus.
Refer to: Mayo Clinic
Can adding pepper to soup or other meals prevent or cure COVID-19?
Can adding pepper to soup or other meals prevent or cure COVID-19?
No. Hot peppers in your food cannot prevent or cure COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself against it is to keep at least 1 meter away from other people and to wash your hands frequently and thoroughly.
Refer to: WHO Myth Busters
Is remedesivir a cure for COVID-19?
Is remedesivir a cure for COVID-19?
It is not a cure, but it is an effective treatment. Remedesivir seems to be effective with many patients that are diagnosed with COVID-19. According to statnews, all coronavirus patients were released within a week after getting treated by remedesivir. A man who was diagnose with the coronavirus had symptoms such as a high fever, shortness of breath, and back. He was admitted into the University of Chicago Medicine hopital to get treated. After a daily infusion of remedesivir, his fever dropped almost immediately.
Refer to: statnews
Does washing my hands help?
Does washing my hands help?
Yes. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
Refer to: WHO Myth Busters
Can hydroxychloroquine be used to treat COVID-19?
Can hydroxychloroquine be used to treat COVID-19?
No. Hydroxychloriquine is a malaria drug that is said to be able to help with the symptoms of coronavirus. however, there have been many cases where this malaria drug has killed, or worsened symptoms. In a study by JAMA, medical professionals have found that the drug is different for each person on a case by case basis, with many different risks overlooked.
Should I wear a face mask?
Should I wear a face mask?
Yes. Everyone should wear a cloth face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pick up other necessities.
Refer to: CDC Recommendations
Am I immune to COVID-19 after recovering from it?
Am I immune to COVID-19 after recovering from it?
No, patients who have seemingly recovered from COVID-19 may test positive again. While patients with other diseases usually develop antibodies that give them immunity to that particular virus, the immune system’s response to COVID-19 re-infection remains uncertain. Residual viral RNA may remain in the body, but not reach a high enough amount to be detected. So the safest thing is to stay alert and don’t desensitize after recovering.
If I wear a mask, does social distancing still apply to me?
If I wear a mask, does social distancing still apply to me?
Yes, even if you wear a mask, you still have to social distance. If you happen to come into contact with someone who is not wearing a mask, then you risk getting coronavirus anyways because the germs can get onto your face or through other means.
Refer to: CDC Recommendations
Does drinking methanol, ethanol, or bleach prevent or cure COVID-19?
Does drinking methanol, ethanol, or bleach prevent or cure COVID-19?
No, drinking methanol, ethanol or bleach does not prevent or cure COVID-19 and can be extremely dangerous. Methanol, ethanol, and bleach are poisons. Drinking them can lead to disability and death. Methanol, ethanol, and bleach are sometimes used in cleaning products to kill the virus on surfaces – however you should never drink them. They will not kill the virus in your body and they will harm your internal organs. A better use for diluted bleach and alcohol is to disinfect objects and surfaces, especially the ones you touch regularly.
Can COVID-19 vaccines make you magnetic?
Can COVID-19 vaccines make you magnetic?
No. None of the variations of the COVID-19 vaccine are able to make humans magnetic. There are no ingredients that can apply magnetism to humans. However, some vaccines do contain salt, sugar, vinegar, fats, and alcohol.
Refer to: 5 Common Health Myths
Safe ways to donate
Safe ways to donate
Is it ok for me to donate blood during the COVID-19 outbreak?
Is it ok for me to donate blood during the COVID-19 outbreak?
Yes. In healthcare settings across the United States, donated blood is a lifesaving, essential part of caring for patients. CDC is continuing to support blood centers by providing recommendations that will keep donors and staff safe.
Refer to: CDC Recommendations
Can I donate anything to the hospitals?
Can I donate anything to the hospitals?
No, it is not advised that one donates anything and everything to hospitals. There are stict regulations on hospitals that dictate whether a donated item is usable under medical requirements or not. If something donated doesn't follow the guidelines, then the highest possibility is that it will either be rejected or tossed out. Each hospital will most likely have a list of what is currently needed with the specifications that leads to it falling under the accepted donations. The best donation would actually be money so that the hospital can buy what they need on their own, such as ventilators.
Exposure and transmission
Exposure and transmission
Can animals spread Covid-19?
Can animals spread Covid-19?
Possibly. Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that are common in animals. For example, SARS-CoV was from cats. Possible sources of COVID-19 have no been confirmed. To protect yourself, avoid visiting live animal markets and practice good food practices.
Refer to: CDC Animals and Covid-19
Can COVID-19 be transmitted through houseflies?
Can COVID-19 be transmitted through houseflies?
No, there is no evidence that COVID-19 spreads through flies, and as of right now, it is only confirmed to be spreading through droplets made when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks.
Refer to: WHO Myth Busters
Does COVID-19 only affect the old?
Does COVID-19 only affect the old?
No. As proven by several media outlets, people from all walks of life are susceptible to COVID. It's true that children are largely unaffected, but over the past few months, several children under the age of 18 have died from the virus, some of them infants.
What do I do if I think I was exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19?
What do I do if I think I was exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19?
Stay home and welf-monitor for COVID-19-like illness vigilantly for 14 days from the date of last contact with the ill person.
Refer to: Columbia University Health Guide
Why doesn't COVID-19 last long on copper surfaces?
Why doesn't COVID-19 last long on copper surfaces?
Copper is known to be effective to preventing diseases ever since ancient times. Whereas some pathogens may last on surfaces for days and weeks, it usually lasts on copper for just a few hours. Many heavy metals are antibacterial, but copper's atomic makeup gives it a boosted effect. Copper has an extra electron on its outer shell, causing it to be more reactive and effective against pathogens.
How long does COVID-19 last on surfaces?
How long does COVID-19 last on surfaces?
The time virus lasts on surfaces will vary. It can last up to five days on metal, four days on wood, a day on cardboard and three days on plastic.
Refer to: Coronavirus on Surfaces
Can I get COVID-19 from the pool/swimming?
Can I get COVID-19 from the pool/swimming?
COVID-19 cannot be transmitted through the water while swimming. However, it can still spread if you are within 1 meter distance from an infected person. Try to wear a mask on the pool deck and stay home if you are sick.
Refer to: WHO Myth Busters
Does the COVID vaccine change my DNA?
Does the COVID vaccine change my DNA?
No, the genetic material that is delivered by the mRNA never enters your nucleus. The vaccine only delivers genetic material into our nucleus which helps protect us against the virus
Refer to: CDC Recommendations
Societal Impacts
Societal Impacts
How has COVID-19 affected our Economy?
How has COVID-19 affected our Economy?
For the economy, Covid-19 has impacted it in a very strong and negative way. There are many small businesses that have had to close down or are in danger of being shut down because they do not have enough money to stay open. Also, the prices of oil has dropped by a lot since supply is way over demand where the price has now dipped in to the negatives because there are way less planes and cars traveling now. Thus. the pil price has gone into the negatives for per barrel.
Refer to: MarketWatch article
What are the dangers of a second wave of COVID-19?
What are the dangers of a second wave of COVID-19?
While there haven't been much evidence that points to the idea of a second wave of coronavirus, it is a concern since there are still possibilities of a second wave occuring. According to Anthony Fauci, a Director of the National institute of Allergies and infectious diesease institute, a second wave of the coronavirus is inevitble. He also believes that this second wave will be worse compared to the first one. in a study by the University of Minnesota, they also believe that the second wave of Covid-19 will occur, based on the data provided by studying the previous cases of the previous coronavirsues.
Refer to: Paper by Kristine A. Moore, Marc Lipsitch, John M. Barry, Michael T. Osterholm AND USA Today Article
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