Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

  • Coronavirus Hoaxes and Rumours

Is Asda implementing a “no kids” policy in stores? Fact Check

A message spreading online claims that supermarket Asda is starting a "no kids" policy starting "tomorrow" and that only one…

5 years ago
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“Text from NHS worker” advises people not to buy bread. Fact Check

A message that claims is derived from an "NHS worker" advises everyone to stay indoors and not to leave the…

5 years ago
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Can you wear medical mask both ways depending if you’re sick? Fact Check

Various online messages purport to show how to correctly wear a medical mask. The messages claim you should wear the…

5 years ago
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Lemons, hot water and bicarbonate can cure COVID-19? Fact Check

Messages online claim that drinking hot water with lemons will cure or prevent the COVID-19 disease. FALSE We have seen…

5 years ago
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5 posts about coronavirus you should NOT be sharing

While misinformation spreads rapidly across social media about the coronavirus, we take a look at five of the most popular…

5 years ago
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How to spot fake coronavirus posts on social media

Anyone who follows our website regularly will know that there has been a plethora of coronavirus themed rumours, misinformation and…

5 years ago
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Fake free pass for Netflix messages spreading on social media

Social media users should be on the lookout for messages claiming to offer free Netflix passes that – according to…

5 years ago
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“I have no income due to coronavirus” payment relief viral message. Fact Check

A message online claims that those who have experienced loss of income due to the coronavirus outbreak can only claim…

5 years ago
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Image of coffins shows coronavirus victims who died in Italy on one day? Fact Check

A picture of coffins spreading on social media claims to show the number of people who died in one day…

5 years ago
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COPD and asthma sufferers can get 5 day rescue pack amid coronavirus? Fact Check

A claim on social media states that those in the UK with asthma or COPD can contact their GP in…

5 years ago