Most countries around the world have seen cases of COVID-19 and many are experiencing outbreaks. Authorities in China and some other countries have succeeded in slowing their outbreaks. However, the situation is unpredictable so check regularly for the latest news. You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions.
Source: WHO
Washing hands with soap properly removes all the harmful microorganisms from your hands’ surface. Coronavirus can spread through direct contact of hands by handshakes, or through indirect contact like passing goods or money from one hand to another. So, you never know when you are at risk. This is the first and foremost precaution suggested to fight against COVID-19.
When you are in a public place, you cannot distinguish between healthy people and infected people. You never know the person standing behind you in the queue may be infected with COVID-19. Spread of diseases in public places can be avoided to a great extent by avoiding close contact with people and surfaces too.
Do not ignore slight cough, fever, or shortness of breath. These may look like usual sickness but remember, these are symptoms of Coronavirus too. Watch for these and take a cure as soon as possible. Your carelessness may give you a huge cost to bear.
Mask is a part of clothing these days. It is an essential part of your dressing. Mask prevents germs and infections from entering into your respiratory track because if they do, they can cause a huge harm to your body. Mask filters the air you inhale and also the air you exhale. So, it is safe for both, you and the person near you.
Keep these things in mind. By following these precautions, you can reduce more than half of your risk of getting infected with COVID-19.
