Picture of 'army' in Clapham Junction is actually of students
A widely shared picture claims to be proof of the military taking to the streets in Clapham. Read
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Covid-19 fact checks
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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Postal workers have been told to keep their distance when delivering parcels
Royal Mail staff will keep their distance when making deliveries. If the item needs a signature, the postman or postwoman will sign it on your behalf. Read
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There’s limited data on how many Covid-19 tests are being done globally, but the UK doesn’t rank third in the world
There is no centralised data on the number of Covid-19 tests being conducted across the world. Read
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That ‘medical alert’ about severe Covid-19 cases in Cork due to anti-inflammatories is fake
These claims appear to have originated from a fake message circulating in Ireland said to be from “Dr Tim”. Read
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Ask Full Fact: your new coronavirus questions answered
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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There’s mixed evidence on whether people with Covid-19 should avoid ibuprofen
The French health minister warned people with the new coronavirus against taking ibuprofen. Read
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Drinking and gargling water will not cure the new coronavirus
The NHS advises people to drink water when they are ill with the new coronavirus, but this is not a treatment for the disease. Read
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Could the new coronavirus outbreak be stopped by warmer weather?
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 WHO has clarified that they aren't warning people against using paper money due to coronavirus
WHO advise the public to wash their hands after handling money, especially if handling or eating food. Read
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These claims about the new coronavirus and 5G are unfounded
There is no evidence of a link between coronavirus and 5G. Read
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