Understand Australia
COVID-19 Fact Check
- I don’t need to get the flu shot?
Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are two separate infections. While they’re both viral infections, the viruses belong to two separate groups. The regular influenza vaccination does not provide immunity to COVID-19.
2. Eating garlic/immune boosters prevents infection?
According to WHO “Garlic is a healthy food that may have some antimicrobial properties. However, there is no evidence from the current outbreak that eating garlic has protected people from COVID-19″. Vaccines are the only effective means to boost your immune system to prevent infection.
3. UV rays kill the virus?
UV lamps should not be used to prevent coronavirus or used on hands or other areas of skin. UV radiation cannot sterilise; at best in ideal situations, it can inhibit growth of some microorganisms. Like sunbathing without sunscreen, UV lamps can cause skin irritation and you run the risk of long-term skin damage.
