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New packs of P/500 paracetamol pills do not contain fatal ā€˜Machupo Virus’
New packs of P/500 paracetamol pills do not contain fatal ā€˜Machupo Virus’

Several social media users are sharing an image of P/500 paracetamol pills and claiming that they contain the ā€œMachupoā€ virus.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 18 May 2023 5:44 PM IST


Can an over-the-counter ointment cure vitiligo completely?
Can an over-the-counter ointment cure vitiligo completely?

An advertisement for an ointment called Kolmax claims that it can cure vitiligo.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 16 May 2023 4:25 PM IST


Can compress spray cure lumbar spine pain?
Can compress spray cure lumbar spine pain?

A viral advertisement claims that compress spray can cure lumbar spine pain, any joint pain, or swelling within 3 weeks.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 11 May 2023 11:13 AM IST


Can this ointment cure lipoma?
Can this ointment cure lipoma?

An advertisement for an ointment claims that it can treat lipoma by clearing lymphatic blockages.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 9 May 2023 6:43 PM IST


Image of walnut passed off as damaged lungs of a marijuana user
Image of walnut passed off as damaged lungs of a marijuana user

Several social media users are sharing an image of a walnut and claiming it is the damaged lungs of a person who has probably smoked marijuana for...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 7 May 2023 4:25 PM IST


Can a herbal spray treat lipoma?
Can a herbal spray treat lipoma?

An advertisement for a herbal spray that claims to treat lipoma is doing the rounds on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 5 May 2023 4:50 PM IST


Can doing these 5 things during periods cause future issues?
Can doing these 5 things during periods cause future issues?

A Facebook post with a number of claims regarding menstruation has gone viral on social media.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 4 May 2023 6:20 PM IST


Can cannabis cure cancer?
Can cannabis cure cancer?

A Facebook post claims that cannabis can potentially cure all types of cancers.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 May 2023 7:00 PM IST


Can detox tablets cure fatty liver disease?
Can detox tablets cure fatty liver disease?

A viral advertisement by Auric claims that fatty liver can be treated by taking two liver detox tablets every day.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 2 May 2023 6:46 PM IST


Can a bee sting kill breast cancer cells?
Can a bee sting kill breast cancer cells?

A Facebook post claims that a bee sting can potentially kill breast cancer cells.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 30 April 2023 3:14 PM IST


Can a blend of apple vinegar, lemon, ginger & garlic juice unclog your arteries?
Can a blend of apple vinegar, lemon, ginger & garlic juice unclog your arteries?

A viral Facebook post suggests that drinking a spoonful of a mixture of apple vinegar and the juice of lemon, ginger, and garlic before breakfast...

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 28 April 2023 7:12 PM IST


Can cutting down on sugar cure cancer?
Can cutting down on sugar cure cancer?

A Facebook post claims that cutting down sugar will cause cancer cells to die naturally.

By Sunanda Naik  Published on 28 April 2023 4:15 PM IST


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