Coronavirus myth busters - Sex to hand sanitizers: What not to believe

Coronavirus is a pandemic which is overwhelming countries globally. So far, around 1,25, 000 are infected and 4,600 are dead. The panic-stricken world is desperate to avoid the disease which leads to them falling prey to myths regarding the preventive measures.

Here are few coronavirus myth busters:

As per the reports pets are very unlikely to be infected by coronavirus. There are no cases to prove that they can spread the disease.

Almost as fun the idea of sex as cure seems to be, the chances of one contracting coronavirus is higher than one preventing it through sex. If the partner is affected or shows symptoms of the disease it is advisable to keep away from them.

Both hand sanitizers and soaps are effective only when used properly. Hand sanitizers with around 60% alcohol content are helpful in cleansing your hand. The more effective way is to use soap and washing your hands the right way is the cue.

It is claimed that hot and humid climate keeps the virus away, but the theory does not have enough evidence to prove that hot weather can contain the disease.  Neither does the cold temperature play a role in preventing the disease.

Consuming alcohol or spraying it on the body does not help in preventing the disease, according to World Health Organizations (WHO). It can be used to disinfect objects and surfaces under correct guidance.