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With more than 37 million Covid-19 cases globally, more than 1 million of which have been fatal, the global pandemic has changed our lives beyond recognition. And as we’re about to approach the second viral wave, everyone has become witness to the grim reality.

Except for the virus deniers who either see it as a conspiracy theory or think that it’s some kind of joke "simple" people, like you and me, fell for. It’s both scary and hard to wrap one's head around how ignorant some of us can be, and below are the most recent examples that have been surfing around on social media.

From Santa who can just as well bring a virus to your ho-ho-home, to fishnet face coverings that prioritize design over protection, it makes me wonder how many wake-up calls we're still gonna need.

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Just Had A Karen Call 911 On Us Telling Us It Was "Unconstitutional And Inhumane" That We Require Customers To Wear Masks

Just Had A Karen Call 911 On Us Telling Us It Was "Unconstitutional And Inhumane" That We Require Customers To Wear Masks

Police came in gave a huge sigh and told us we were doing a good job.

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Endangering another person is "unconstitutional and inhumane" and criminal. Her reckless behaviour and disregard for others do not warrant humane treatment.

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I Drive For Uber, And Since No One Pays Attention To The Covid Notices When They Book The Ride, I Started Sending Everyone This Advance Pickup Message. It's Not Working Like I'd Hoped

I Drive For Uber, And Since No One Pays Attention To The Covid Notices When They Book The Ride, I Started Sending Everyone This Advance Pickup Message. It's Not Working Like I'd Hoped

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It’s crazy to think that for some people, coronavirus doesn’t really exist. Thinking of the viral pandemic causing one of the biggest turmoils in recent history as a joke has to do with many various reasons. One of the most dangerous ones, is the overflow of incorrect information about coronavirus still surfing around various channels, from social media to television.

Fake COVID-19 news creates a fictional bubble where people see themselves as being a part of conspiracy, a global hoax that is playing tricks on them. Worst, the collective distrust in obvious tragedy escalates the spread of misinformation further and people get tied to the never-ending flow of COVID-myths.

But separating truth from fiction in the times of pandemic can literally save lives. Thus, Bored Panda reached out to the Babylon Health doctor Claudia Pastides, who agreed to share some of the most common COVID-19 myths that have been flourishing online.

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Pos Pretends To Be Disabled To Try And Get Out Of Wearing A Mask

Pos Pretends To Be Disabled To Try And Get Out Of Wearing A Mask

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Horrendous! My 11 year old son with Autism and sensory problems wears his face mask with no problems at all. He understands the importance for the welfare of those around him and clearly has more common sense than the idiots who carry these cards around!!!!

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So This Pos Average Bollywood Singer Sneaked Out Of The Airport Upon Her Visit From The UK So That She Wouldn't Be Quarantined, Threw A Huge Party And Now She's Tested Positive For The Virus. Covid-19 More Than Anything Has Exposed Stupid People Like Her, Evangeline Lilly And Those Panic Buyers

So This Pos Average Bollywood Singer Sneaked Out Of The Airport Upon Her Visit From The UK So That She Wouldn't Be Quarantined, Threw A Huge Party And Now She's Tested Positive For The Virus. Covid-19 More Than Anything Has Exposed Stupid People Like Her, Evangeline Lilly And Those Panic Buyers

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Lana Del Rey's Mesh Mask

Lana Del Rey's Mesh Mask

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay, put a cotton lining behind the mesh, and you’re golden—-you can choose any color to blend, contrast, or complement the metallic mesh. Why is this so effing difficult to think of?

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First, some people still believe that hand sanitizers don’t actually kill the virus. Claudia debunked the myth and explained: “Even though this is true for a few strains of viruses, like the norovirus that causes stomach bugs, it’s not the case with coronaviruses.”

She added that applying a hand sanitizer that contains at least sixty percent alcohol will surely kill the coronavirus.

The second common myth circulating online is that COVID-19 is a man-made virus. The truth is that the “virus that causes COVID-19 is a zoonotic virus. This means that it originated from an animal.”

Scientists believe that it probably jumped the species barrier and ended up in humans. But it was definitely not made in a laboratory, contrary to some beliefs.

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Karen Willing Infects 40 Members Of Her Own Family With Covid-19

Karen Willing Infects 40 Members Of Her Own Family With Covid-19

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My Friend Really Uses Her Hand As A Mask

My Friend Really Uses Her Hand As A Mask

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A Local School Posted Photos On Their Social Media About How They Are Following Covid Guidelines. They Photoshopped A Mask On The Teacher's Face

A Local School Posted Photos On Their Social Media About How They Are Following Covid Guidelines. They Photoshopped A Mask On The Teacher's Face

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

bruh its easier to wear a freaking mask rather than spend effort to photoshop it on

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Third, the claim that applying heat to your skin or taking a hot bath will kill the virus is false. “Hot baths and hot drinks won’t be able to reach or kill the virus because it lies within cells inside your body,” Claudia explained.

While the most effective way to curb the virus if it has come in contact with your skin is washing with soap or using hand sanitizer, once it is inside your body, there’s not much you can do about it. “It is up to your immune system to kill the virus off.”

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Driving To Another State Just To Avoid Using A Mask

Driving To Another State Just To Avoid Using A Mask

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Anti-Mask Sign In My Town

Anti-Mask Sign In My Town

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You know how all the other countries hate Americans? I get it now.

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Not Wearing A Mask Around Healthcare Workers And Patients

Not Wearing A Mask Around Healthcare Workers And Patients

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Student’s Father Died From Covid, Professor Unsympathetic

Student’s Father Died From Covid, Professor Unsympathetic

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I’m A Hair Stylist. I Have A Client That Keeps Trying To Get An Appointment With Me But Refuses To Wear A Mask. Her Response Tonight

I’m A Hair Stylist. I Have A Client That Keeps Trying To Get An Appointment With Me But Refuses To Wear A Mask. Her Response Tonight

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's unbelievable the hoops people will jump through to avoid wearing a mask.

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No Mask In A Crowded Waiting Room Full Of Old, Sick People. Some Coughing! When I Confronted Her She Said, "It's Too Hot." And Waved Me Off Like I Was A Bothersome Gnat

No Mask In A Crowded Waiting Room Full Of Old, Sick People. Some Coughing! When I Confronted Her She Said, "It's Too Hot." And Waved Me Off Like I Was A Bothersome Gnat

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People In UK City Have Been Putting Up Posters In Bus Stops Urging People To Ignore Guidance For Coronavirus

People In UK City Have Been Putting Up Posters In Bus Stops Urging People To Ignore Guidance For Coronavirus

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This Is How My Class Practices Social Distancing.. Nobody Is Wearing A Mask Either. (I'm On The Left In The Back)

This Is How My Class Practices Social Distancing.. Nobody Is Wearing A Mask Either. (I'm On The Left In The Back)

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Karen Goes To Trader Joe’s Without A Mask, Employees Ask Her To Put On A Mask Or Leave, She Refuses & Makes A Commotion Because It’s Her “Civil Liberty”, Then Posts It On Youtube

Karen Goes To Trader Joe’s Without A Mask, Employees Ask Her To Put On A Mask Or Leave, She Refuses & Makes A Commotion Because It’s Her “Civil Liberty”, Then Posts It On Youtube

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good on Trader Joe's for tossing this self-enititled idiot out on her ass.

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Ukrainian Deputy Wearing A "Homemade" Face Mask

Ukrainian Deputy Wearing A "Homemade" Face Mask

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The fact that it looks like it's made out of those rubber bands that you make bracelets with, and she would rather leave the imprint of them on her face instead of wearing a mask is just unsettling.

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Patient With Fever Removes Mask On Female Nurse And Spits On Her Face In Wuhan, Saying ‘I Don’t Want To Live Anymore And You Guys Should Not Live Too!’

Patient With Fever Removes Mask On Female Nurse And Spits On Her Face In Wuhan, Saying ‘I Don’t Want To Live Anymore And You Guys Should Not Live Too!’

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty sure this is considered assault. I hope charges were pressed.

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My School Just Canceled Spring Break To Stop Covid. Here’s A FB (Football) Game From This Year

My School Just Canceled Spring Break To Stop Covid. Here’s A FB (Football) Game From This Year

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This Is A Real Ad From My Local Newspaper

This Is A Real Ad From My Local Newspaper

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like Santa isn't bringing the naughty kids coal this year....

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Idk What To Do With This. My Girlfriend Snapped This Real Quick At Walmart Today. Yes That’s A Visor As A Mask

Idk What To Do With This. My Girlfriend Snapped This Real Quick At Walmart Today. Yes That’s A Visor As A Mask

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Folks Like This Dude Are Why Covid-19 Ain't Going Away Smh

Folks Like This Dude Are Why Covid-19 Ain't Going Away Smh

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, Mr Tough Guy, let's see how you do when you have a tube shoved down your throat because your lungs have been attacked by the COVID-19 virus and you can't breathe. Have a good morning as well.

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Wedding During Covid Has Chairs Inches Apart But At Least Each Plate Has Hand Sanitizer

Wedding During Covid Has Chairs Inches Apart But At Least Each Plate Has Hand Sanitizer

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Whoop-de-do. Give it a couple weeks before symptoms start. Then we’ll see how many are there for the first anniversary.

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We Have A Mask Order Too Tf

We Have A Mask Order Too Tf

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Pennsylvania Server Finds This After Asking Customer To Wear Their Masks Until They Were Seated

Pennsylvania Server Finds This After Asking Customer To Wear Their Masks Until They Were Seated

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99.9% Idiot

99.9% Idiot

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