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Understanding Trachoma and Its Presence in the Central African Republic
In our recent fact-checking reports, there have been claims about a new contagious eye disease prevalent in the…
No, antiretroviral treatment does not cure HIV/AIDS permanently
A rumor has been circulating that antiretroviral treatment cures HIV/AIDS permanently. False, say specialists and an individual living…
No, Consuming Chili Peppers Does Not Cause Hemorrhoids
A rumor circulating by word of mouth claims that consuming chili peppers causes hemorrhoids. This is false, according…
Understanding the Origins of Liver Cirrhosis – AFC
In our recent fact-checking productions, widespread rumors highlighted excessive alcohol consumption as the primary cause of liver cirrhosis.…
Partially true, chloramphenicol treats typhoid fever – AFC
Recently, rumors have been circulating that chloramphenicol treats typhoid fever in the CAR. After several checks conducted by…
False, Viralus-Fort Does Not Cure HIV/AIDS – AFC
A post published on March 4, 2023, by the Facebook page “Toutes Les Infections” claims that Viralus-Fort cures…
Understanding the Origins of Liver Cirrhosis – AFC
In our recent fact-checking reports, widespread rumors have highlighted excessive alcohol consumption as the main factor in liver…
The vaccines against COVID-19 have not been suspended in the CAR – AFC
A rumor circulating in Bangui claims that COVID-19 vaccines have been suspended in the Central African Republic. According…
Are disinfectants the cause of irritations in the palms of the hands?
An information shared in WhatsApp groups, accompanied by an image, claims that disinfectants for COVID-19 have caused irritations…
False, the tetanus vaccine does not cause abortion
False, as confirmed by the World Health Organization, Médecins Sans Frontières, and the vaccination program (PEV) service. A…