Fake COVID-19 Self-Test Hoax Sparks Confusion
The Department of Health and Social Care has slammed bogus advice spreading online about coronavirus self-checks.
False Breath-Holding Test Claims Debunked
Posts claiming to be from “Stanford Hospital” or “Japanese doctors” suggest you can check for COVID-19 by holding your breath. The Department says this is totally inaccurate and warns the public not to trust these fake tips.
Don’t Fall for Dangerous Misinformation
Experts urge everyone to ignore such myths and rely only on official health advice to protect against coronavirus.