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cord-315006-w2wsaan5	Abdoli, Amir	Gossip, Rumors, and the COVID-19 Crisis	2020-07-27		.txt	text/plain	543	42	57	Furthermore, strange methods, including the application of sesame oil into the body, granite baths, and smoking harmala have been recommended for the prevention of COVID-19. 4 Exaggerated information about the case fatality rate and pandemic estimates is another challenge of this crisis hinted at in social media. 5 Gossip and rumors are not only diminishing the mental health status, 6 but also may be interfering with the processes of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of COVID-19. Therefore, planning strategies for coping with fake news during this crisis should be considered by the government and the health authorities. Also, it is recommended that health authorities be more active in social media, especially during the outbreak of diseases to disseminate accurate information and factual news. COVID-19 rumors spread like a virus in Japan. Mental health problems and social media exposure during COVID-19 outbreak Gossip, Rumors, and the COVID-19 Crisis	./cache/cord-315006-w2wsaan5.txt	./txt/cord-315006-w2wsaan5.txt