The internet and social media are flooded with fake news or misinformation about the coronavirus. Rumours and theories about Covid-19 are spreading at lightning speed.
- Don't believe everything you read or hear, but base it on the official channels. All information about the coronavirus and the measures to combat its spread can be found on the site www.info-coronavirus.be/en/
- The government department 'Health and Science', in collaboration with universities and health organizations, verifies or refutes information about the coronavirus. Read their analyses at https://www.gezondheidenwetenschap.be/dossiers/coronavirus
- Learn to spot false messages about coronavirus at https://coronavirus.brussels/nl/fake-news-coronavirus