Basic protective measures against the new coronavirus
Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19
outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local
public health authority.
COVID-19 is spreading in various parts of the world: in many parts of the world. No one can feel safe!
We must avoid fear, but become aware that it is a problem that affects everyone and, therefore, do everything possible to prevent the spread.
In this sense education can do a lot, in addition to the commitment of civil and health authorities. Scientific research is very committed to finding appropriate treatment and a vaccine.
We must avoid fear, but become aware that it is a problem that affects everyone and, therefore, do everything possible to prevent the spread.
In this sense education can do a lot, in addition to the commitment of civil and health authorities. Scientific research is very committed to finding appropriate treatment and a vaccine.
Take care of your health and protect others by doing
the following:
Wash your hands frequently
Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an
alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.
Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or
using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands.
Maintain social distancing
Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between
yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
Why? When someone coughs or sneezes they spray
small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you
are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if
the person coughing has the disease.
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth
Why? Hands touch many
surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the
virus to your eyes, nose or mouth. From there, the virus can enter your body
and can make you sick.
Practice
respiratory hygiene
Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good
respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent
elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue
immediately.
Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good
respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses such as
cold, flu and COVID-19.
If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing,
seek medical care early
Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever,
cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance.
Follow the directions of your local health authority.
Why? National and local authorities will have
the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in
advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right
health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses
and other infections.
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