No, China does not hold the patent for drug remdesivir

October 2, 2020

A WhatsApp message claims that the patent for the drug remdesivir is held by China and Dr. Anthony Fauci, Bill Gates will profit from this drug. The claims are...

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Myths about polycystic ovary syndrome and why they’re misleading

September 21, 2020

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Since polycystic ovary syndrome is not well understood, there is widespread misinformation about this condition. Misinformation can impact its diagnosis...

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No, putting basil leaves, camphor inside the mask will not purify the air nor it will protect you from Covid-19

September 10, 2020

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Videos making false and misleading claims about masks are getting wide popularity in India. While one video claims that wearing masks is dangerous, others...

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A video claiming coronavirus is like any other flu is false

September 3, 2020

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A video is getting viral on Facebook, Whatsapp, Youtube claiming that COVID-19 is the biggest scandal in the history of mankind. But all the claims are false. ...

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No, homemade concoctions may not help in passing kidney stones

August 24, 2020

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A Youtube video claims that a concoction of onion, cumin, sugar crystals and lemon will help pass kidney stones. But there is no evidence to prove that this...

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Labelling garlic as a cure for cancer is false, misleading

August 21, 2020

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A Facebook page is promoting the use of garlic to kill brain cancer cells but the claim is false and misleading as there is no scientific evidence to prove...

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Battling vaccine misinformation: MMR vaccine has no association with Autism

August 14, 2020

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There’s scientific evidence to prove that the MMR vaccine doesn’t cause Autism and there is no association between the two. A YouTube...

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No, Vicks VapoRub will not help in reducing belly fat

August 6, 2020

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There is no scientific evidence to prove that Vicks VapoRub, a topical ointment used for nasal congestion and cough can melt away belly fat and eventually lead...

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Beware of apps that claim to check blood oxygen level, hackers are out to steal your data

July 30, 2020

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A viral WhatsApp message in India is asking people to click on a link to download a free app that monitors blood oxygen levels using one’s phone camera. The...