Solar eclipse myths and rumors bubble up, from radiation to food poisoning

People visit a NASA information booth to grab solar eclipse glasses in Russellville, Arkansas. The space agency has debunked a number of myths about the total solar eclipse — including ideas about food going bad, or unborn babies being harmed.

NASA debunks these and other myths: Will a solar eclipse harm a pregnant woman’s baby if she looks at it? Does an eclipse emit special radiation that can instantly blind you?

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NASA debunks these and other myths: Will a solar eclipse harm a pregnant woman’s baby if she looks at it? Does an eclipse emit special radiation that can instantly blind you?