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This new respiratory virus has put health authorities on high alert. The
spread of the novel coronavirus named COVID-19 has impacted travel, business
and spread concern all around the world.
Prevention
There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease
2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed
to this virus. However is recommended everyday preventive actions to help
prevent the spread of respiratory diseases. It's reccomended to:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the
trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular
household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Follow recommendations for using a facemask. Facemasks should be used
by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the
disease to others.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially
after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose,
coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands
are visibly dirty.
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Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
If you are you Tiredness, call your doctor
It could also be seasonal flu or allergy
2-14 days is the current official estimated range
If you have difficulty inform your doctor
COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate symptoms. Common symptoms: fever. tiredness. dry cough. Some people may experience: aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, diarrhoea. On average it takes 5/6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days. People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should self-isolate. Seek medical attention if you have a fever, a cough, and difficulty breathing.
