Breath-Holding, Water Sipping Won't Do Anything For COVID-19. Here's What To Do Instead
- 4 years ago
Amid every crisis, the internet provides a firehose of information. Some of it's solid, and some of it can be dangerously inaccurate.
According to Business Insider, one viral email has circulated claiming that holding your breath for 10 seconds can help you self-diagnose the coronavirus.
It also claims drinking lots of water and taking sips at least every 15 minutes can also prevent the virus by "washing it down" before it can cause infection.
Both claims are patently false.
If you've recently traveled to an infected area, have a fever and dry cough, or have been in contact with infected people, seek medical help now.
The best way to prevent the virus is to avoid exposing yourself in the first place.
Wash your hands, keep surfaces clean, and stay away from crowded areas or people who have tested positive for the coronavirus.
According to Business Insider, one viral email has circulated claiming that holding your breath for 10 seconds can help you self-diagnose the coronavirus.
It also claims drinking lots of water and taking sips at least every 15 minutes can also prevent the virus by "washing it down" before it can cause infection.
Both claims are patently false.
If you've recently traveled to an infected area, have a fever and dry cough, or have been in contact with infected people, seek medical help now.
The best way to prevent the virus is to avoid exposing yourself in the first place.
Wash your hands, keep surfaces clean, and stay away from crowded areas or people who have tested positive for the coronavirus.