As fears build over the coronavirus, a mass of misinformation has begun circulating on social media.
Some of this can be difficult to discern from fact, especially when its been spread intentionally.
So we've put together seven rumours you may have heard which are 100 percent false, according to public health experts.
1. Mosquitos can transfer the coronavirus to people
Mosquitoes can spread viruses, but in this case, it's not a concern.
According to the World Health Organization, there is no evidence to suggest that mosquitoes can transmit the new coronavirus.
They said: "The new coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose.
"To protect yourself, clean your hands frequently with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Also, avoid close contact with anyone who is coughing and sneezing."
2. Hand dryers can kill the coronavirus
Hand dryers cannot kill the type of coronavirus which is currently circulating.
To protect yourself again the virus, the best thing you can do is wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand gel. Then, dry your hand with paper towels or an air dryer.
A dryer alone will not protect you.
3. Ultra violet lamps can kill the coronavirus
According to the World Health Organization, UV lamps should not be used to kill the coronavirus.
UV radiation will cause skin irritation. Again, the best course of action is to wash your hands often.
4. Vaccines against pneumonia can protect you from coronavirus
Researchers are currently working on a vaccine which will protect against the coronavirus.
But to date, there is not one.
Vaccines that protect against pneumonia, like the pneumococcal vaccine and Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib) vaccine, will not suffice.
Until a vaccine becomes available, however, you'll have to rely on good hygiene practices and adhere to the latest government advice.
5. Eating garlic can help stave off the coronavirus
Garlic is said to have some anti-microbial properties, but that doesn't mean it offers any protection to you against coronavirus.
According to the World Health Organization: "There is no evidence from the current outbreak that eating garlic has protected people from the new coronavirus."
6. Antibiotics will help you recover from coronavirus
Antibiotics work to kill bacteria, not viruses.
This means an antibiotic will not protect you from or cure you of the coronavirus.
Doctors may only prescribe these to you if you're diagnosed with coronavirus, as bacterial infection can develop alongside it.
7. You'll know if you've caught the coronavirus
For some people, the coronavirus will come on a lot like the flu.
You may experience fever, body aches, a cough or fatigue.
However, some people may experience very mild symptoms or none at all.
In any case, you should not self diagnose.
If you suspect you may have the virus, or have been in contact with someone who has, contact 111.
