The Department of Health and Community Services is reminding people that under no circumstance should cleaning products be consumed or injected into the human body.

These products should only be used for their intended purpose and in line with the manufacturer’s usage guidelines. People should always read the label for important health and safety information.

There has been recent speculation and social media activity about whether certain cleaning products may be used as an appropriate treatment for COVID-19. This claim is false and poses a serious and dangerous risk to people. If consumed or injected into the human body, there is a risk of poisoning and in some cases, death.

For the most up-to-date information related to COVID-19, please visit www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19.

For questions related to COVID-19, please email covid19info@gov.nl.ca

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Media contact
Kathy Dicks-Peyton
Health and Community Services
709-729-6986, 699-1982
kathydickspeyton@gov.nl.ca