A baby turned blue and had to be rushed to hospital after her dad followed Covid-19 advice from a conspiracy theory forum. Jason became worried when his six-month-old daughter Ruby started suffering from flue-like symptoms a week after his mother contracted coronavirus, according to the Mirror.
However, instead of seeking professional medical help, the parent turned to a QAnon Telegram group chat ran by thousands of people who think the Covid pandemic isn't real.
According to a report by Vice, Jason posted in the group: “Do you guys think it’s safe to give ivermectin to an infant?” Ivermectin is an antiparasitic medication used to treat infestations in humans such as head lice.
There is no clinical evidence to support that Ivermectin is a Covid cure and it is widely accepted amongst medical professionals that it should not be taken.