{"id":1302,"date":"2020-04-01T10:36:16","date_gmt":"2020-04-01T10:36:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/?p=1302"},"modified":"2026-06-30T03:46:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T03:46:11","slug":"its-time-to-unveil-the-truth-corona-virus-myths-vs-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/its-time-to-unveil-the-truth-corona-virus-myths-vs-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s Time to Unveil the Truth- Corona Virus Myths vs. Facts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: The COVID-19 pandemic threw us all for a loop, and unfortunately, it also brought a flood of bad information. At AMPAC USA, we believe in clear, honest facts. Let's clear up some common myths about COVID-19.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Hand dryers can kill the COVID-19 virus.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Nope. Hand dryers don't work. To really stop the virus from spreading, wash your hands well with soap and clean water. If you can't, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Then, dry your hands with paper towels. That's the proven way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Ultraviolet (UV) lamps will kill COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Don't use UV lamps on your skin, it's dangerous. While UV-C light can clean surfaces, you should never use it on people.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Spraying chlorine or alcohol on my body will help kill COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: This is super dangerous. Spraying chemicals like chlorine or alcohol on your body won't do anything against COVID-19, and it's bad for your skin, eyes, mouth, and lungs. These are for cleaning <em>surfaces<\/em> only. If you get these chemicals on you, get medical help right away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: I&#8217;ll get COVID-19 from a package I got from China.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Not likely. The virus doesn't live long on surfaces. If you're worried, just let packages sit for a few hours. Getting infected from mail is super rare.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: My pet will infect me with COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Your pets won't give you COVID-19. But always wash your hands after touching animals to avoid spreading other germs, like Salmonella. Good basic hygiene is always a smart move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: If I&#8217;ve had pneumonia, or a pneumonia vaccine, I can&#8217;t catch COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Pneumonia and COVID-19 are totally different illnesses. A pneumonia vaccine won't protect you from SARS-CoV-2.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Saline nasal rinses will protect me from COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: There's no science to back this up. Nasal rinses don't stop viral infections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Eating garlic regularly will prevent COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Garlic is healthy, for sure, but it doesn't do anything against COVID-19. Enjoy it, but don't count on it to protect you from a virus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Rubbing sesame oil on my body will protect me from COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Sesame oil won't kill this virus. Stick to the hygiene practices we know work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: COVID-19 only impacts older adults.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: This virus affects everyone, no matter their age. However, people with other health problems are more likely to get seriously sick.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Antibiotics can treat COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: No. COVID-19 is a virus; antibiotics only treat bacterial infections. Using them against a virus doesn't work and actually helps bacteria become resistant to antibiotics.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Wearing a mask means you won&#8217;t get COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Masks mainly stop <em>sick<\/em> people from spreading the virus. If you&#8217;re not feeling well, wear a mask. N95 respirators are best for healthcare workers. For the rest of us, wearing a mask properly helps slow the spread in the community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: COVID-19 is just like a bad cold.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Both are caused by coronaviruses, but COVID-19 is way more serious than a common cold. It can really mess with your body's systems and cause severe problems, unlike a typical cold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Hot climates will stop COVID-19 from spreading.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: That's wrong. Temperature doesn't really affect how the virus spreads. Hot places have had outbreaks, which shows this idea isn't true.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Taking frequent showers or baths will prevent COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: Good hygiene is super important, but showering more won't stop a respiratory virus. Washing your hands often and thoroughly with soap and clean water is still your best defense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Myth: Mosquitoes can spread COVID-19.<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: Fact: There's no scientific proof for this. COVID-19 spreads through tiny drops from breathing, not from bug bites.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Key Takeaways on COVID-19<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: Getting accurate information is crucial during a health crisis. Always check facts from sources you trust. AMPAC USA was proud to provide researchers with <\/span><<span style=\"font-weight: high purity lab water<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u2014it was essential for building diagnostics and developing vaccines. Stay informed and stay safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Related reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/does-your-water-smell-bad-maybe-its-time-to-look-at-the-condition-of-your-water-softener\/\">Does your water smell bad? Maybe its time to look at the condition of your water softener.<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampac1.com\/blog\/is-it-time-when-my-water-softener-needs-regeneration-how-does-it-actually-work\/\">Is it time when my water softener needs regeneration? How does it actually work?<\/a>, <Time to Act : Water Scarcity and Climate Change Have Reached Dangerous Levels<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Corona Virus is one of the biggest problems faced by humanity today. 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