Rumor identification: No, chewing betel nut alone is not effective against the new coronavirus. Rumor analysis: 1. Clinical trials have proven that betel nut extract has some antiviral effect. However, in clinical treatment, the prescription containing betel nut is a targeted application taken by experts for the current two types of new coronary pneumonia, each prescription is a whole, does not mean that betel nut alone is effective. And the drug betel nut and food betel nut itself is two concepts, can not be equivalent. 2, the new coronavirus pneumonia is highly contagious, the population is generally susceptible, the risk of human-to-human transmission is high, so the prevention of the new coronavirus is particularly important, so you need to do a good job of daily protection, such as hand washing, more ventilation, wear a mask, do not go to crowded places, and the need for regular rest, moderate exercise, to improve the body’s immunity. Special Note: New coronavirus pneumonia is mainly spread through droplet and contact, so the first and most important measure to prevent new coronavirus pneumonia is to wear a mask when you go to crowded places, but you must master the correct way to wear it. If you feel uncomfortable, you should also wear a mask to protect others. The next step is to wash your hands regularly, especially before meals, after defecating and after coming home from a trip, to avoid contact transmission. In addition, strengthening exercise and improving your immunity is also an important measure to avoid being infected.