Facebook has compiled facts about COVID-19 in an information center. The information all comes from the World Health Organization (WHO).

The WHO facts refute the most common untrue claims about the coronavirus and the disease COVID-19.

COVID-19 vaccination

Vaccines undergo extensive safety testing before they are made available to the public

Vaccines go through extensive studies before they can be approved in a country. Medical specialists and scientists are held to strict international standards when deciding whether to make a vaccine available to the public. As with all medications, vaccines can cause side effects, which are usually minor and not long-lasting. More serious side effects are extremely rare. Serious harm is much more likely to come from the disease itself and not from the vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccines were developed quickly but with the highest safety standards

Because COVID-19 vaccines were so urgently needed, governments and companies poured much more money into development than usual. Research and development took place simultaneously and with global participation. However, the usual strict safety standards and clinical regulations were adhered to. This enabled development to be accelerated without the necessary vaccination studies being carried out less thoroughly or the vaccines being less safe.

Side effects of vaccination are usually mild

Vaccines are intended to protect the body against certain diseases. As with any medicine, minor, temporary side effects may occur while the body responds. This could be, for example, a sore arm or a slight fever. More serious side effects are possible, but extremely rare. Someone is far more likely to suffer serious harm from the disease itself than from the corresponding vaccine.

Vaccine testing requires many different volunteers to take part

The vaccine is tested on volunteers in clinical trials. They must be of different geographical origins and different ethnic backgrounds. In addition, all genders and age groups must be represented, and people with underlying illnesses who are more likely to become ill must also take part. This ensures safety and effectiveness for everyone.

COVID-19 vaccine testing is subject to ethical standards and safety regulations

Vaccines against COVID-19, like all other vaccines, are subject to a standard study protocol. This process aims to confirm their effectiveness and identify common side effects or safety risks. For this purpose, several thousand volunteers will be tested in several phases.

Vaccines against COVID-19 cannot be produced in private households

The development of vaccines is a complicated, technical process that cannot be carried out in a private household. Extensive laboratory testing is required, followed by clinical trials involving thousands of volunteers. Vaccines are approved in each country by specialist doctors and scientists.

Prevention, treatment and measures

Medical masks do not affect your breathing as long as they are worn correctly. When wearing a properly fitted mask, neither too little oxygen nor too much carbon dioxide is inhaled.

A medical mouth and nose mask, also known as a surgical mask, is a flat face mask with pleats that is secured to the head with ties or elastic bands. If you have to wear them for longer, it can become uncomfortable at some point. However, when you wear these masks properly, you neither suffer from inhaling too much carbon dioxide nor from taking in too little oxygen.

COVID-19 should not be treated with hydroxychloroquine

Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are drugs used to treat malaria and other diseases. However, the WHO does not recommend either drug to treat COVID-19, regardless of the severity of the disease. To date, it has not been proven that hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine can reduce mortality rates or length of hospital stay. In addition, these substances can increase the risk of diarrhea, dizziness and nausea.

Drinking alcohol is neither a treatment nor a prevention

You can't protect yourself from COVID-19 by drinking alcohol. Drinking too much alcohol increases your risk of other health problems.

Drinking bleach or disinfectant is not only dangerous, it also doesn't help against COVID-19

Bleach and other disinfectants are toxic. Under no circumstances should you ingest these by spraying, drinking or in any other way. These products are only intended for disinfecting surfaces.

Taking methanol or ethanol is dangerous and is not intended to prevent or treat

Methanol and ethanol are toxic. Drinking these liquids will not kill the COVID-19 virus in your body. However, taking it can lead to severe disability or death. Methanol and ethanol are components of some cleaning products that can be used to disinfect surfaces.

Eating garlic does not protect against infection nor can it cure COVID-19

Garlic is a healthy food that can also kill some germs. However, there is no evidence yet that garlic protects against COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to keep a safe distance from others and wash your hands thoroughly often.

Heat and humidity do not stop the spread of COVID-19

No matter how sunny or hot it is outside, you can still become infected with COVID-19. COVID-19 cases have also occurred in hot countries. You are most likely to be protected from infection if you keep a sufficient distance from others and wash your hands thoroughly often.

Chili peppers cannot treat COVID-19 or prevent infection

Hot chili peppers are tasty, but eating them cannot treat COVID-19 or prevent infection. The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to keep a safe distance from others and wash your hands thoroughly often.

Antibiotics do not help treat or prevent COVID-19

Antibiotics are only effective against bacteria, not viruses. COVID-19 is caused by a virus. However, sick patients may be treated with antibiotics because of concurrent bacterial infections.

Vitamin and mineral supplements cannot cure COVID-19

Zinc, vitamin D, C and other supplements cannot cure COVID-19, but they are important for a well-functioning immune system and our overall health.

A hot bath cannot prevent COVID-19

No matter how hot you bathe or shower, your normal body temperature always remains approximately the same. If you use water that is too hot, you can scald yourself. The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to keep a safe distance from others and wash your hands thoroughly often.

Cold and snow cannot prevent COVID-19

Cold weather conditions cannot cure, treat, or prevent COVID-19 from spreading. You are most likely to be protected from infection if you keep a sufficient distance from others and wash your hands thoroughly often.

Pneumonia vaccinations cannot prevent COVID-19

The coronavirus that leads to COVID-19 is so new and different that it needs its own vaccine. However, existing vaccinations against pathogens that attack the lungs are highly recommended and can protect you from pneumonia.

Hand dryers cannot prevent COVID-19

Hand dryers cannot kill COVID-19 viruses. The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water. Then dry your hands thoroughly with paper towels or a warm air dryer.

Regular nasal rinses with salt water do not protect against COVID-19

There is currently no evidence that regular nasal rinses with salt water protect against infection with COVID-19 or other respiratory infections. Only in the case of the common cold have it been shown in a few cases that they can contribute to a faster recovery.

UV lamps should not be used to prevent or treat COVID-19

You should not disinfect your skin or hands with ultraviolet light. UV lamps can irritate your skin and damage your eyes. It's best to clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water. These can effectively remove the COVID-19 virus.

Transmission of the coronavirus

Mosquitoes do not transmit COVID-19

There is currently no evidence that COVID-19 can be transmitted by mosquitoes. Spread occurs primarily through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks to another person. COVID-19 can also be transmitted by touching infected surfaces and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth with your hands. You can protect yourself by washing your hands regularly and disinfecting frequently used surfaces in your home.

Houseflies do not transmit COVID-19

There is currently no evidence that COVID-19 can be transmitted by houseflies. The spread of COVID-19 occurs primarily through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks to another person. COVID-19 can also be transmitted by touching infected surfaces and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth with your hands. You can protect yourself by washing your hands regularly and disinfecting frequently used surfaces in your home.

COVID-19 is not transmitted via the 5G network

No virus, including the virus that causes COVID-19, spreads using radio waves or cellular networks. COVID-19 is currently rampant in many countries where there is no 5G network at all.

Infection with COVID-19 via street shoes is very unlikely

It is very unlikely that COVID-19 is spread through street shoes. But if you want to be on the safe side, leave your shoes outside the front door, especially if there are small children playing on the floor a lot. This means they don't come into contact with dirt or other particles that you would otherwise bring into the house.

Have I become infected?

Thermal scanners can detect fever, not COVID-19

Thermal scanners can be used to determine whether someone has a fever and therefore could have COVID-19. However, not all COVID-19 patients get a fever. And thermal scanners cannot determine whether someone is infected but does not yet have a fever, as it can take two to 10 days for an infected patient to develop a fever.

Breath holding is not a COVID-19 test

Even if you can hold your breath for at least 10 seconds without coughing or feeling unwell, that doesn't mean you don't have COVID-19 or another lung disease. A reliable statement as to whether you have been infected with the coronavirus is only possible with the help of a medical test.

Infection with the coronavirus

COVID-19 is caused by a virus, not bacteria

The virus that causes COVID-19 belongs to a family of viruses called Coronaviridae. Antibiotics are not effective against viruses. However, some patients also develop a bacterial infection during the course of COVID-19 disease. In such cases, antibiotics may then be prescribed for treatment.

Most sick people recover from COVID-19

Most people who get COVID-19 experience only mild to moderate symptoms and recover with medical care. If you notice any symptoms of illness such as cough, fever or difficulty breathing, we strongly recommend that you seek medical advice. To do this, call a doctor first before you go to a practice or hospital in person. If you have a fever and live in an area where malaria or dengue fever is common, contact a doctor immediately.

It's not just older people who can get COVID-19

People of all ages can become infected with the novel coronavirus and develop COVID-19. People over the age of sixty and people with previous illnesses such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease have a higher risk of becoming seriously ill. Therefore, everyone should adhere to the protective measures and wash their hands regularly and keep their distance.

Young people can also get COVID-19

People of all ages can become infected with the coronavirus and develop COVID-19. Therefore, we should all protect ourselves and others with simple measures such as washing our hands regularly and keeping a sufficient distance from other people.

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