# data[].attributes.body
Trump has recently suggested that if people are infected with COVID-19 that they should be injected with disinfectant as a "deterrent." Trump has since come forth saying that those comments were sarcasm, however several doctors, companies, and aides have come forth since saying how dangerous the statement was.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Trump suggests ‘injection’ of disinfectant to beat coronavirus and ‘clean’ the lungs

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
A Homeland Security official, under questioning from reporters, later said federal laboratories are not considering such a treatment option.

# data[].attributes.body
These posts have been circulating on Twitter and Instagram for the last month. The image is supposed to be a "coronavirus test" and people have taken this out of context image to frame the issue of government monitoring, saying that it looks like they're implanting a chip inside of people. This CNN article discusses the entire process of being tested for COVID-19, which specifically says that noses and throats may be swabbed but it's very similar to the flu test.

# data[].attributes.body
Circling around twitter is this photo of a supposed "vaccine" from 2001 that would work for the current coronavirus that is being kept from us. However, clearly this is a Canine Coronavirus vaccine that has been around for years.

# data[].attributes.body
This post has been circulating on social media claiming that recovering patients have been doing certain (unproven) methods to recover from COVID-19. This post claims that what people need to do to "defeat" the coronavirus is to take in various foods and herbal supplements. This is all unfounded and can be potentially dangerous, especially since there is currently no cure.

# data[].attributes.body
In late March, a California actor named Keith Middlebook was arrested for supposedly having a cure for the coronavirus. He claimed that Magic Johnson was on his board of directors despite Johnson saying he doesn't know Middlebrook. This claim that there was a "patent-pending cure" is unfounded given that there is currently no cure and he was arrested for attempted wire fraud which is a felony.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
The suspect claimed Earvin "Magic" Johnson was a member of his company's board of directors.

FBI agents on Wednesday arrested a small-time SoCal actor for allegedly claiming he had invented a pill that would prevent and cure the new coronavirus.

Keith Lawrence Middlebrook, 53, was charged with one count of attempted wire fraud, a felony offense that carries a statutory maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison, according to the FBI.

Middlebrook, whose IMDb credits include tiny, uncredited parts in Iron Man 3, Thor and Moneyball, allegedly claimed to have personally developed a "patent-pending cure" for coronavirus, the pandemic that has devastated the world, according to authorities. (Currently, there is no antiviral treatment for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, and no vaccine to prevent coronavirus infection).

Middlebrook - who actually has a large social media following, including 2.5 million followers on Instagram - was seeking investors for his fraudulent endeavor and claimed Earvin "Magic" Johnson was a member of his company's board of directors. The Lakers' icon told authorities he does not know Middlebrook.

"I have Developed the Cure for the CoronaVirus COVID-19...*LA Patient tested Positive for CoronaVirus got up and walked out 51 hours after my Injection," Middlebrook allegedly said via text to one would-be investor who worked with the FBI on its investigation. In the same text message, cited by federal authorities, Middlebrook allegedly wrote, "Investors who come in at ground level say $1M will parachute with $200M - $300M...Conservative Minimum."

Middlebrook was arrested during a meeting at which he delivered some sort of pills - purportedly the coronavirus treatment - to an undercover agent who was posing as an investor, the FBI said.

"During these difficult days, scams like this are using blatant lies to prey upon our fears and weaknesses," said United States Attorney Nick Hanna in a statement. "While this may be the first federal criminal case in the nation stemming from the pandemic, it certainly will not be the last. I again am urging everyone to be extremely wary of outlandish medical claims and false promises of immense profits. And to those who perpetrate these schemes, know that federal authorities are out in force to protect all Americans, and we will move aggressively against anyone seeking to cheat the public during this critical time."

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Actor Arrested by FBI for Touting Coronavirus Cure

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
FBI agents on Wednesday arrested a small-time SoCal actor for allegedly claiming he had invented a pill that would prevent and cure the new coronavirus. Keith Lawrence Middlebrook, 53, was charged with one count of attempted wire fraud, a felony offense that carries a statutory maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison, according to the FBI.

# data[].attributes.body
The Onion has been putting out a hefty amount of COVID-19 content in these last two months. Notably, the below slideshow claims the "best methods for staying safe from the coronavirus," which would be appealing to many, and yet touts several outrageous methods. Since The Onion is known satire site, none of this is factual information nor should this advice be followed.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Best Methods For Staying Safe From Coronavirus

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Frequently wash your hands with antibacterial soap or sanitizer to ensure the next epidemic-level pathogen has built up an immunity.

# data[].attributes.body
In early March, Trump said that "anyone could get tested if they wanted to" which made people think that widespread testing was available for everyone. However, this was not the case and still isn't even do this very day (as of mid-April). The New York Times commented on this due to the administration going back on what Trump said shortly after. The Washington Post has also updated their article to reflect the ever-changing testing situation in the United States.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Trump: Anyone who wants virus test can get a test

# data[].attributes.body
Dr Aseem Malhotra has taken to Twitter in this tweet to say that poor diet is what's killing COVID-19 Patients. This, obviously, caused quite a stir amongst the healthcare and general communities. The linked article goes on to talk about how obesity and diabetes and other things increase the risk for patients who have COVID-19, which is accurate. Yet presenting this as "POOR DIET IS KILLING #COVID19 PATIENTS" is not helping get the proper information across about increased risk.

# data[].attributes.body
This article below details a post that has been circulating picking out things that the coronavirus "fears" including UV rays. However, this article brings to light that the UV rays that could kill the virus would also fry human beings to a crisp.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
A report which includes a list of "seven evil things" that the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is "afraid of' has been shared repeatedly on Facebook and Twitter. The list includes UV light, chlorine and high temperatures. The claim is misleading; health experts say such practices are only effective when applied properly and can even be harmful if used incorrectly.

The report was published here on March 2, 2020 by Komchadluek, a Thai newspaper. The report, titled "7 evil things that virus COVID-19 is afraid of", has been shared more than 12,000 times and read more than 34,000 times, according to the website's data tracker.

Below is a screenshot of the misleading article:

Screenshot of the misleading post

Parts of the report translate to English as: "When realised, you shouldn't be alarmed but you should be aware of the evil 'COVID-19' because there are still some 'weaknesses' that this evil virus can not overcome.

" Komchadluek has compiled 7 things that COVID-19 fears:

1. UV

2. Temperatures higher than 56 degrees celsius

3. Ventilated air

4. Chlorine disinfectants

5. Alcohol 75%

6. Frequently washed hands

7. Strong human's immunity system.

The seven "fears" were also shared here in a Thai-language Facebook health group with more than 6,000 followers. A similar claim was posted on social media in Thai here, here, here and here; in Spanish here; and in English here, here, here, here and here.

But some of the tips in the report are misleading and do not correlate with health experts' advice.
--UV light--
While ultraviolet (UV) light can be used at extremely high intensities as a disinfectant, everyday UV emitters, such as the sun, only release low levels of UV light.

"Ultraviolet is able to kill COVID-19 if it is exposed to the concentrated UV ray in a certain amount of time and distance," Dr. Pokrath Hansasuta, an assistant professor of virology in Chulalongkorn University's Department of Microbiology, explained to AFP by phone on March 18, 2020. "However, that level of UV exposure is harmful to human's skin. Most likely, it will be in the light bulb or lamp as the natural UV from the sun is not strong enough to kill it."

The World Health Organization (WHO) also stated here that UV should not be used as a disinfectant for the coronavirus. "UV lamps should not be used to sterilize hands or other areas of skin as UV radiation can cause skin irritation," the agency said.

Below is the screenshot of the WHO's advisory:

Screenshot of the WHO's advisory
--Chlorine disinfectants--
Chlorine disinfectants can also be effective repellents against the coronavirus, but only if used properly.

The WHO states here that chlorine should not be applied directly to your body as it can be damaging to clothes and sensitive areas, such as your eyes and mouth.

But the Australian Department of Health notes here that chlorine should be used as a disinfectant in clean supplies and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes here that it can be used to disinfect certain water sources, like pools.
--High temperatures--
It remains unclear whether or not temperatures of 56 degrees celsius would effectively kill the novel coronavirus, according to experts.

"Since it is a new virus, there is no research that proves that," Dr. Hansasuta said.

It is true, however, that the SARS coronavirus, which caused a global epidemic in 2002-2003, was killed in temperatures above 56 degrees Celsius, according to the WHO.
--Other claims--
The other practices mentioned in the misleading post can be effective precautions when applied properly.

Alcohol based products, such as hand sanitizer, do require a high percentage of alcohol to kill the virus. "Only alcohol 70-75% can kill the novel coronavirus," Dr. Hansasuta said.

The CDC noted here that hand sanitizers should be at least 60% alcohol and cleaning solutions at least 70%. Such products, however, are not for consumption.

Keeping air-ventilated is also a recommended practice, but does not provide foolproof protection against the virus.

"Although there is no evidence of the effectiveness of mechanical or natural air ventilation to reduce COVID-19 transmission, there is mechanistic plausibility, and it should be applied, and enhanced especially in settings where people gather regularly," the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control states in a report here.

Frequently washing one's hands and taking steps to maintain a strong immune system are also widely accepted as worthwhile preventive measures.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Misleading report claims UV light, chlorine and high temperatures can kill COVID-19

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
A report which includes a list of "seven evil things" that the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, is "afraid of" has been shared repeatedly on Facebook and Twitter. The list includes UV light, chlorine and high temperatures. The claim is misleading; health experts say such practices are only effective when applied properly and can even be harmful if used incorrectly.

# data[].attributes.body
The link below seems to "prove" that African Americans can resist the Coronavirus due to their genetic composition. However, this article confirms that there is no evidence of this.

# data[].attributes.body
Alex Jones has recently claimed that his special "nanosilver" toothpaste can kill the coronavirus, going so far as to start selling it on his online store. However, as The New York Times reports, his claims that Homeland Security and the Pentagon approve of such a treatment, as well as the toothpaste's effectiveness itself, are all false.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
InfoWars radio host Alex Jones is attempting to cash in on the coronavirus pandemic by selling toothpaste he claims will "kill" the virus, despite televangelist Jim Bakker recently being sued for making similar claims about a product with the same ingredient.

"Superblue Fluoride-Free Toothpaste," which is infused with an ingredient called "nanosilver," was promoted on Tuesday's edition of The Alex Jones Show. The right-wing conspiracy theorist insisted that the key ingredient had been vetted by the U.S. government, while suggesting that it could prove effective in combating coronavirus.

"The patented nanosilver we have, the Pentagon has come out and documented and Homeland Security has said this stuff kills the whole SARS-corona family at point-blank range," said Jones. "Well, of course it does, it kills every virus. But they found that. This is 13 years ago. And the Pentagon uses the product we have."

Newsweek reached out to the Pentagon and the Department of Homeland Security for comment but had not received responses by the time of publication.

The Missouri Attorney General's office announced Tuesday that they were suing Bakker for making similar claims about a similar product called the "Silver Solution." Bakker has long touted the $125 tincture, promoting it as a miracle cure for a variety of ailments. Before Missouri's lawsuit, officials in New York state sent the televangelist a cease-and-desist letter for false advertising.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention insist that "there is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19," but Jones claimed that the effectiveness of his toothpaste is backed by unspecified "research."

"I just go with the research. Go with the spirit and we always have it. The nanosilver toothpaste in the Superblue with the tea tree and the iodine... the Superblue is amazing," said Jones.

Nanosilver is also known as colloidal silver, a popular alternative medicine infamous for potentially causing agyria, a condition causing skin to become permanently tinted a blue-gray color. The product is "not safe or effective for treating any disease or condition," according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The InfoWars website also sells a host of doomsday preparation products and emergency food supplies. Prices for the products reportedly rose dramatically as the coronavirus pandemic emerged and several items on the site are currently sold out. Other health products offered include "Immune Gargle," a mouthwash that also contains nanosilver.

A closer look at Jones's website reveals several disclaimers stating that although the products were supposedly developed with the help of "top doctors and experts," they are also not intended to "treat, cure or prevent any disease." InfoWars will "not held responsible for the irresponsible use of this product," the page offering the toothpaste warns.

Jones was also arrested for driving while being intoxicated on Tuesday. He suggested the arrest could be a conspiracy, claiming the incident was "suspicious" in an unusual video statement that also noted his love for enchiladas.

"I'm empowered by freedom. I have to take depressants like alcohol to suppress how empowered I am, because I'm into freedom," said Jones. "I'm a human being, man. I'm a pioneer, I'm a father. I like to fight. I like to eat enchiladas. I like to cruise around in a boat, like to fly around in helicopters, I like to kick tyrants' ass politically."

Conspiracy theories and dubious claims promoted by Jones and InfoWars have led to bans from multiple mainstream online platforms including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

In December, he was ordered to pay $100,000 in legal fees to the parents of a 6-year-old victim of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting after being sued for promoting the false claim that the massacre was a hoax.

However, a child custody battle between Jones and his ex-wife revealed that the radio host's entire persona could be less than authentic.

"He's playing a character," Jones's attorney Randall Wilhite said during a 2017 court hearing, according to the Austin American-Statesman. "He is a performance artist."

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Alex Jones claims his colloidal silver toothpaste kills coronavirus, despite Jim Bakker being sued over similar product

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
InfoWars radio host Alex Jones is attempting to cash in on the coronavirus pandemic by selling toothpaste he claims will "kill" the virus, despite televangelist Jim Bakker recently being sued for making similar claims about a product with the same ingredient.

# data[].attributes.body
In late March a post started to circle around Facebook and other social media that blood type A was more susceptible to COVID-19, sending people into a panic and spiral of misinformation. Yet this study, which is part of the worry, along with this article state that there is no direct link as of right now and that it's premature to worry about certain blood types.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Researchers in China, directed by Wang Xinghuan at the Zhongnan Hospital at Wuhan University, have claimed that patients with blood type A may be more susceptible to COVID-19, than other blood types. [ 1] To reach this conclusion, researchers examined the blood type groupings of over 2,000 individuals who tested positive for coronavirus. Based on their study, researchers found that those with blood type A were more vulnerable to infection and experienced worse symptoms than those with other blood types.

Blood type O appeared to have a significantly lower risk of contracting the infection.

According to the study, 86 out of 206 patients who died of coronavirus in Wuhan, China had type A blood. This was 63% higher than individuals with type O blood. The study found a similar pattern across age and gender groups as well. Researchers note that more studies are needed to confirm this link.

At the time of this writing, the study is a "pre-print," which means that it has not yet been reviewed and vetted by other scientists to verify accuracy and method. In short, we don't yet know if this research will stand up to scientific scrutiny, allowing it to be published in a reputable journal of science. Peer reviewing will help uncover and correct potential errors in the science and analysis. While this study is not peer-reviewed, the researchers involved believe that their findings could be greatly helpful and are urging governments and health officials alike to consider patient blood type when providing treatment for the virus and planning containment protocols.

While they encourage their findings to be taken seriously, they also encourage that those with type A blood not panic and those with type O blood to let their guard down.

"If you are type A, there is no need to panic. It does not mean you will be infected 100 percent," Gao Yingdai, one of the study's researchers, told the South China Morning Post. "If you are type O, it does not mean you are absolutely safe, either. You still need to wash your hands and follow the guidelines issued by authorities."

In short, type A shouldn't panic and type O shouldn't ease their precautions. Everyone needs to be involved in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Here's what you can do to keep yourself, and those around you, healthy.

Wash your hands and avoid touching your face

Washing your hands with soap and warm water and avoiding touching your face are important steps in preventing infection and the spread of COVID-19. The virus is able to survive on surfaces for days. [ 2] If you touch a surface where the virus is present then touch your face, you can give the virus a chance to infect you. Especially if you are out and about, but even if you're self-isolated, wash hands frequently.

To properly wash your hands, lather your hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds - about the time it takes to sing Happy Birthday twice. Be sure to wash the backs of your hands, in between your fingers, under your nails (by "scratching" at the palm of your opposite hand), as well as your wrists and forearms. Using hand sanitizer is good in a pinch if soap and water aren't immediately available, but hand sanitizers aren't a complete replacement for soap and water.
Related: He Had 17,700 Bottles of Hand Sanitizer and Nowhere to Sell Them
Socially distance yourself

Coronavirus spreads easily when larger groups of people gather together. This is one key reason why most major public events around the world have been canceled for the foreseeable future. While this is an important action to take to stymie the spread of the virus, all of us can help slow the spread by socially distancing ourselves.

Social distancing is the deliberate act of increasing the space between you and others in order to avoid spreading COVID-19. The general recommendation is to place six feet of space between you and others and reducing the time spent with the general public. [ 3] Simply staying home can mean the difference between life and death for others.

Equally important is working from home if possible and if you're feeling at all sick, staying home.

Disinfect commonly used surfaces

The CDC recommends disinfecting commonly used surfaces in order to reduce the person-to-person spread of COVID-19. [ 4] Use gloves when disinfecting surfaces if possible. If the surface is dirty, clean using soap before disinfecting. Alcohol solutions that are at least 70% alcohol are considered effective. Diluted household bleach is also effective. You can prepare diluted bleach by adding 1/3 cup of bleach per gallon of water, or 4 teaspoons for a quart of water.

In order to disinfect softer items, like towels, clothing, and bedding, launder them as you normally would. Wash on the warmest appropriate setting for the items you're laundering and be sure to completely dry them before use.
Related: Can't Find Any Hand Sanitizer? Here's How To Make Your Own
Obey all official directives

Finally, if your regional government has issued any kind of directive, obey it. Don't try to circumvent quarantines or shelter-in-place orders. These orders are put into place to protect you and the public health at large. Some nations are imposing fines and jail time for ignoring them.
Keep Reading: Opinion: Are You Young and unafraid of the coronavirus? Great, Now stop killing people.

1. https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.03.11.20031096v1

2. https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/18/health/coronavirus-surfaces-study/index.html

3. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/coronavirus/coronavirus-social-distancing-and-self-quarantine

4. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/cleaning-disinfection.html

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
People with this blood type may be more vulnerable to coronavirus: study

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Researchers in China, directed by Wang Xinghuan at the Zhongnan Hospital at Wuhan University, have claimed that patients with blood type A may be more susceptible to COVID-19, than other blood types. [ 1] To reach this conclusion, researchers examined the blood type groupings of over 2,000 individuals who tested positive for coronavirus.

# data[].attributes.body
Back in January, Twitter users began encouraging people to use bleach in quite unconventional ways. Some suggested gargling with it or creating "20-20-20" solutions also known as "Miracle Mineral Solutions" among other things. The FDA has previously warned QAnon and Anti-Vax groups that MMS is dangerous, and yet the "solution" comes back during every crisis.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
As coronavirus spreads across the globe - with Chinese authorities confirming nearly 6,000 cases and 132 people dead as of Wednesday - the reaction on social media in particular has largely been marked by fear and panic. For some conspiracy theorists, however, it has also served as a prime opportunity to spread misinformation and baseless rumors about the disease - some of which are potentially extremely dangerous.

One terrifying example? QAnon supporters are encouraging people to drink MMS - or Miracle Mineral Solution, a bleaching agent that has been touted as a "miracle cure" by anti-vaxxers and other fringe groups - to ward off coronavirus. And despite restrictions on such content on platforms like YouTube, it is nonetheless fairly easy to find.

According to the Daily Beast, proponents of QAnon - the elaborate conspiracy theory purporting that President Donald Trump is waging a secret war against a ring of Democratic child sexual abusers - have been promoting MMS as a "cure" for coronavirus on Twitter, particularly the MMS-branded "20-20-20 spray," with one account alleging it "kills viruses instantly." Another prominent conspiracy theorist tweeted, "#coronavirus is a depopulation program," recommending colloidal silver (a supplement that, if taken in large amounts, can result in discoloration of the skin and nails, or kidney damage) and MMS to ward off the disease.

These plugs for MMS usually go hand-in-hand with general theories alleging that coronavirus was manufactured in a lab, usually by conspiracy-theorist favorite Bill Gates, for the benefit of the pharmaceutical industry. As Rolling Stone reported last week, prominent QAnon supporter and YouTuber Jordan Sather bears much responsibility for perpetuating such claims.

Since the spread of the disease was initially reported, he has devoted his Twitter account to fomenting misinformation about the disease, (inaccurately) claiming that the virus was the product of a 2015 patent for avian coronavirus and implying that it was created in a Chinese lab.

He has (incorrectly) claimed there is "evidence" that MMS can cure coronavirus and recorded a video in which he advocated for "MMS[ing] the whole state, MMS the shit out of everything." In response to criticism that he was spreading dangerous medical misinformation, he doubled down on such claims, tweeting, "ChLoRiNe DiOxiDe is so DeAdLy that.... ... you can buy tablets of it for $10 on Amazon to make water potable. And by their logic, we better get rid of the Sun too because it can 'bleach.' CD can be helpful if used right. Mainstream media can't science."

MMS is primarily sold by the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing, a Mexican church led by a man known as Archbishop Jim Humble, a former aerospace research engineer, health food store manager, and gold prospector who claims to have discovered MMS while mining for gold in South Africa.

The primary ingredient is sodium chlorite, which, when mixed with an "activator" citric acid such as lemon juice, creates chlorine dioxide, a form of bleach. If ingested in large amounts, the product can result in "severe vomiting, severe diarrhea, life-threatening low blood pressure caused by dehydration, and acute liver failure," according to a statement from the Food and Drug Administration last year.

In recent years, MMS has been touted on social media as a miracle cure for everything from malaria to HIV/AIDS; last year, the FDA issued an official warning urging people to avoid MMS when it was reported that mothers were using the product to "cure" their children of autism spectrum disorder.

Most recently, however, Humble has pivoted to marketing MMS as an effective palliative for coronavirus, writing in a January 27th newsletter, "I have reason to believe, MMS (chlorine dioxide), can be very effective in both preventing and eradicating the coronavirus.... I would say, let MMS be your first line of defense."

In the wake of intense criticism surrounding social platforms turning a blind eye to such misinformation, some have taken a cursory stab at removing MMS content. Last November, for instance, YouTube said it had updated its policy to explicitly ban videos touting the effects of MMS.

Despite the ban, it is still fairly easy to find such videos on the platform. One 18-minute video plugging the Genesis II Church consists of a series of testimonials to the efficacy of 20-20-20 spray; in another, a YouTuber reads Humble's newsletter about coronavirus and MMS and urges viewers to buy an MMS guidebook. "Depending on the illness you have or the sickness you have, there's various protocols for each illness," he said. Another YouTuber says in a caption: "I can't state for a fact that MMS can treat Corona but big pharma has no answers and MMS has been proven safe and effective." (As stated above, it has not.)

For its part, YouTube says it is attempting to curb the spread of misinformation related to coronavirus by, among other things, prioritizing authoritative sources such as news organizations in search results for the term. "YouTube's Community Guidelines prohibit content that encourages dangerous activities that have an inherent risk of physical harm or death, such as promoting harmful cures," a YouTube spokesperson told Rolling Stone. According to YouTube, its policy regarding "harmful or dangerous content" specifically prohibits endorsements of MMS, and the platform removes videos such as the ones described above by Rolling Stone when flagged.

Nonetheless, when it comes to breaking news events it can be difficult for platforms to keep up with the spread of misinformation, and YouTube is certainly not exceptional in this regard. On Twitter, for instance, which is notoriously lax about curbing the rapid spread of misinformation, Sather's tweet about the "evidence" supporting the efficacy of MMS has more than 640 retweets. And as coronavirus spreads, so too will the misinformation surrounding it.
Update Wed., Jan. 29, 2:51 p.m.: This story has been updated with comment from YouTube.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
QAnon YouTubers Are Telling People to Drink Bleach to Ward Off Coronavirus

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
As coronavirus spreads across the globe - with Chinese authorities confirming nearly 6,000 cases and 132 people dead as of Wednesday - the reaction on social media in particular has largely been marked by fear and panic.

# data[].attributes.body
Twitter User @jasjimjoestar has been involved in some controversy as of late. She has made claims that sanitizers won't work to protect against COVID-19, only washing your hands will. However, the CDC has recommended that healthcare professionals use hand sanitizer as a preferred method of hand hygiene while working.

# data[].attributes.body
The idea that 5G towers have caused several illnesses, specifically COVID-19, and that 5G is bad for human health has been tearing through the internet like wildfire. This article tells of some of the beginnings of the conspiracy. The BBC also has a space dedicated to debunking the 5G conspiracy, noting that scientists have said that there's no connection.

# data[].attributes.body
This tweet went viral late last month supposedly showing a "March to end COVID" in Cleveland, Ohio due to the nice weather. With over 6 thousand retweets and 29 thousand likes, it clearly duped many people into believing it was real. However, stated in McNeil's Twitter bio is the fact that they run a Satire account.