This page brings together Full Fact’s fact checks on Covid-19, covering common claims, vaccine safety and efficacy, symptoms, treatments, government policies, and misinformation. We review evidence, correct errors, and monitor evolving science to help you make informed decisions.
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The limited evidence suggests that wearing face masks in public, may help to reduce the spread of the new coronavirus specifically from people who have the virus but aren’t showing symptoms. Read
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A tiger has tested positive for Covid-19, but there’s currently no evidence that cats (big or small) can pass the new coronavirus to humans. Read
Misinformation Toolkit
There’s a lot of misinformation about Covid-19, so Full Fact is sharing its top tips on how to check if a claim is true. Read
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We asked readers to send in their questions about the new coronavirus to help sort the good information from the bad. Read
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Not enough is known about the new coronavirus to say that it will disappear, or even have its spread reduced, in the UK as the temperature increases. Read
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The official guidance recommends washing your hands with soap and water often for at least 20 seconds, and always when you arrive at home or work, and eat or handle food. Read
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If you think you may have the new coronavirus, the NHS advice for people throughout the UK is to call 111. Do not visit your GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital. Read
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The symptoms of Covid-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, include a cough, high temperature and shortness of breath. Read
