Fact Check Health - Page 23
Can a slice of onion act as a nasal decongestant for toddlers?
Newsmeter found a viral Facebook post that advised people to use onion as a nasal decongestant for babies.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 16 Nov 2022 5:58 PM IST
Rubbing Vicks VapoRub on your feet won't cure your cough 'permanently'
A post claiming that Vicks VapoRub can be effective in keeping cough at bay is doing the rounds of social media.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 14 Nov 2022 5:32 PM IST
Can chewing ginger right after a heart attack open up blocked arteries?
A video of a man claiming that ginger can be an effective natural remedy to unclog blockages immediately after a heart attack has gone viral on social...
By Sunanda Naik Published on 14 Nov 2022 5:20 PM IST
Does oregano oil and lemon drink work as a natural antibiotic?
A post claiming that oregano oil and lemon mixed with water acts as a natural antibiotic.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 13 Nov 2022 6:04 PM IST
Can licking salt reduce anxiety?
A post claiming that anxiety attacks can be controlled by licking salt or putting it on your tongue is doing the rounds on social media.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 12 Nov 2022 4:02 PM IST
Does a sliced onion purify the air and keep sickness away?
An Instagram reel that claims that a slice of onion can be used as a natural air purifier to keep cold, flu, and sickness away has taken the internet...
By Sunanda Naik Published on 11 Nov 2022 4:16 PM IST
No, home pregnancy kit cannot detect testicular cancer
Social media users are claiming that home pregnancy kits can detect testicular cancer.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 10 Nov 2022 12:56 PM IST
Can garlic & oregano help regain vision?
A video of a herbal home remedy to improve eyesight has taken the internet by storm.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 27 Oct 2022 5:47 PM IST
Can Vitiligo be treated by applying burnt honeycomb?
A post claiming an illogical cure for vitiligo has gone viral on social media.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 27 Oct 2022 10:02 AM IST
Andhra: 45 monkeys found dead in Srikakulam, poisoning suspected
Srikakulam: In a shocking incident, 45 monkeys, including some baby simians and females, were found dead near the roadside at Silagam village under...
By Newsmeter Network Published on 25 Oct 2022 6:15 PM IST
Did TMKOC fame Dayaben suffer from throat cancer due to voice modulation?
A viral post claims that Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress Disha Vakani suffered throat cancer due to her voice modulation for her character.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 21 Oct 2022 10:59 AM IST
Can high doses of Vitamin C cure cancer?
Social media users are claiming that high doses of Vitamin C can cure cancer.
By Sunanda Naik Published on 20 Oct 2022 5:39 PM IST
