Can drinking methanol cure a new crown? The investigation said about 800 people died from fake news of the new crown virus.

Researchers say at least 800 people worldwide died between January and March 2020 from fake news related to the new coronary virus, the BBC reported.
, about 5,800 people were taken to hospital for false information on social media.
the study was published in the American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.
many of the deaths associated with fake news of the new crown virus were caused by drinking methanol or alcohol-containing detergents.
they mistakenly believe that drinking such products can cure the new coronary virus.
earlier, the World Health Organization said an "information epidemic" about the new coronavirus had spread as fast as the new coronavirus itself, and that conspiracy theories, rumours and stigma had killed and injured people around the world.
, the study authors say many victims follow recommendations similar to credible medical information to prevent infection with the new coronary virus.
such as eating a lot of garlic or vitamins, and even some people drink cow urine.
researchers say these actions have "potentially serious implications" for human health.
report that fighting the "information epidemic" is the responsibility of international agencies, governments and social media.
technology companies have come under fire for their slow half-masting and unsatiscessing performance.
, it could be years before legislation is enacted to regulate cyber-harm.
the virus can also lead to attacks, arson and death, according to a BBC investigation.
other hand, with vaccines coming soon, anti-vaccine campaigners may use social media platforms to persuade people not to get vaccinated, which is a further threat.
For now, despite efforts by social media companies to remove or label misleading information about vaccines, a recent U.S. poll found that 28 percent of Americans believe Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates wants to "implant microchips into people" through vaccines.
report that many doctors told the BBC's anti-fake news team that the achievements of effective vaccines could be completely erased by false information.
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