The spread of the Coronavirus is rampant in every country’s communities. The disease spread mainly from one person to another through respiratory droplets where the virus gets produced from a person’s cough and sneeze. The droplets can spread through the nose, mouth, or hand of people who are nearby the carrier. It can be inhaled directly into the lungs due to its remaining particles in the air near the infected individual. Since there is no cure for the disease yet, it is essential to take steps in lowering the risk of the Coronavirus infection.
Here Are Some Things You Should Do
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Wash Your Hands Often – Washing your hands is always one of the best ways to lower down the risk of getting any kind of disease. For the Coronavirus, it is a preventive measure that not only ensures clean hands but also keeps the most active part of the body safe from germs. But note, you should rub your hands together for at least 20 seconds. You must use soap to remove the stuck up particles in your hands, then rinse it with water thoroughly. You can also use hand sanitizers in case there is no soap and water available. But be sure that the sanitizer contains at least 60% alcohol in it.
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Cover Your Mouth – Be mindful to cover your mouth with a tissue when you cough and sneezes. If you don’t have one with you, use the inside of your elbow if you can manage to. For the face mask, only wear it if you are sick and around other people, especially the elderly. But you can also cover your mouth with a mask if you need to help and take care of someone who is sick. Also, try to learn the proper wearing of the surgical mask as it is essential to understand its function in reducing the risk of the disease.
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Clean And Disinfect – Always prioritize cleaning and disinfecting all the surfaces that get touched frequently. Use a disinfectant that kills germs, even the smallest ones. If cleaning and disinfecting take up a lot of your time, you can also consider limiting your access to a particular spot or item. This way, you can only focus on cleaning the important locations and things in the house. But remember, be sure to clean and disinfect the ones you are not going to use before you keep it away. It best to be safe than sorry.
Practice Physical Distancing – It might be too difficult to distance yourself from another person, but taking extra time to put effort into avoiding physical contact can go a long way. You should avoid close contact with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of the disease. When you get exposed to a carrier, immediately quarantine and observe yourself for possible signs of infection. If you think you have the disease, if possible, schedule a test in the nearest hospital.
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Follow Home Quarantine Protocols – It is significant to understand the value of home quarantine in a pandemic situation like this. That is if you are sick and not sure if you are a Coronavirus carrier. Do not roam around the streets or get close to the people in your house since the possibility of you infecting others is alarming. Only allow yourself to go outside with the exemption of seeking immediate medical care. Be responsible and discipline yourself to follow safety measures.
If you experience any signs and symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, immediately consult a health care provider. That way, you can get additional steps to protect yourself from getting worse, and your loved ones from getting infected.