Coronavirus (COVID-19)- Myths vs Facts

1. Customer Awareness Initiative MYTH BUSTERS COVID-19 X MYTH FACT 1 2 3 4 5 6 The virus survives a few hours Studies suggest that Coronaviruses may persist on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days. This may vary under different conditions (e.g. type of surface, temperature or humidity of the environment) The new Coronavirus affect older people People of all ages can be infected by the new Coronavirus (nCoV-2019). Older people, & people with pre-existing medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease) appear to be more vulnerable The incubation period is up to 5 days The "incubation period" means the time between catching the virus & beginning to have symptoms of the disease. Most estimates of the incubation period for COVID-19 range from 1-14 days There is no such treatment A viral post on social media claims that the bitter gourd (Karela) juice can treat Coronavirus There is No scientific evidence to study this An "old Chinese doctor" had found a cure to Coronavirus - One bowl of garlic Antibiotics effective in preventing & treating the new Coronavirus No, antibiotics do not work against viruses, only bacteria. The new coronavirus (2019-nCOV) is a virus and, therefore, antibiotics should not be used. However, if you are hospitalized for the 2019-nCoV, you may receive antibiotics since bacterial co-infection is possible 7 If you can hold your breath for 10 seconds without discomfort, you don't have COVID-19 Holding your breath for more than 10 seconds without discomfort does not prove whether you are infected or not For Any Insurance Related Assistance, 1800-419-419-9 www.policyboss.com Please Feel Free to Contact Us on (Toll-Free) or Visit