Social media, WHO combat fake coronavirus cures

False claims about how to cure the deadly coronavirus are spreading online, with social media companies and health organizations working to combat the misinformation.

Platforms like Twitter and Facebook are taking steps to limit the spread of false information, such as suspending auto-suggest search results and targeting claims that discourage treatment or precautions.

Facebook is specifically addressing claims of false cures or prevention methods, including the dangerous suggestion of drinking bleach.

The World Health Organization is also actively debunking specific false claims, such as the idea that sesame oil and mouthwash can kill the virus.

Despite these efforts, misinformation continues to spread across social media and messaging apps.