The spread of the coronavirus disease (or COVID-19) worldwide is being accompanied by the spread of myths and misinformation on the virus. We talk to an infectious diseases physician to bust some of the most common myths surrounding Covid-19 and how it spreads.

Produced by: Sharmilla Ganesan

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek, Juliet Jacobs

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