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The claim

Since sunlight can kill the coronavirus, wearing sunblock is a bad idea during the coronavirus pandemic.

Rating

False. Scientists are still studying whether ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun destroys the coronavirus. Whether it does or not, it’s important to protect your skin from the sun’s UV radiation by wearing sunscreen.

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