Coronavirus: Social media users more likely to believe false information, McGill study suggests While one-third of respondents felt the pandemic was being exaggerated in the media, a growing number also said they wear a mask because it helps protect others.The poll also mentioned conspiracy theories surrounding COVID-19, finding that nearly 35 per cent of Quebecers believe the provincial government is hiding important information about the virus.Twenty-three per cent of those polled in June said the virus was made in a lab, an equal number said they were unsure, and 54 per cent disagreed with the statement.Just six per cent said they believe the conspiracy theory linking the virus and 5G cellphone technology — the fifth-generation.