This page brings together Full Fact’s fact checks on Covid-19, covering common claims, vaccine safety and efficacy, symptoms, treatments, government policies, and misinformation. We review evidence, correct errors, and monitor evolving science to help you make informed decisions.
Education
Boris Johnson was wrong to say that 97% of primary schools which report data had kids coming back. The figure on the day he was speaking was 69%. Read
Health
Grant Shapps claimed use of public transport is at 5% of its usual levels, but government figures show it is actually much higher. Read
Health
There is still no evidence to suggest that the new coronavirus was man-made. Read
Education
A question at PMQs by Labour MP Stephen Timms suggested this wasn’t the case. Free school meal eligibility has been temporarily extended to some of these children. Read
Health
“COVID-19 exposure notifications” is not an app—it is an API that can work with tracing apps if they are downloaded. Read
Health
These Labour MPs have either apologised for or defended their actions during lockdown. Read
Health
Until 15 April there was no requirement to test patients being discharged from hospitals to care homes for Covid-19 in England. Read
Covid-19 is not caused by bacteria. Read
The furlough scheme is estimated to cost £14 billion per month. Read
The cumulative deaths total increased by 445 more than the daily increase in coronavirus deaths. Read
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