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Is it true that I can protect myself from COVID-19 by injecting or swallowing bleach, disinfectants, or rubbing alcohol?

This is not true, and it is very dangerous to do this. Do not put bleach, disinfectants, or rubbing alcohol into your body as they can cause serious harm to your health. These substances are meant to clean surfaces. If you ingest these products, immediately contact Poison Control by calling (800) 222-1222.

Source: WHO, CDC

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