Protection from COVID19

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment.  Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness.

Symptoms of COVID-19 can range from mild illness to pneumonia. Some people will recover easily, and others may get very sick very quickly.

People with coronavirus may experience:

• fever
• symptoms such as coughing, a sore throat and fatigue
• shortness of breath

The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is be well informed about the COVID-19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads.

Protect yourself and others from infection by washing your hands or using an alcohol based rub frequently and not touching your face.

The COVID-19 virus spreads primarily through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose when an infected person coughs or sneezes, so it’s important that you also practice respiratory etiquette (for example, by coughing into a flexed elbow).

At this time, there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID-19. However, there are many ongoing clinical trials evaluating potential treatments.

Protect your self and prevent the spread of COVID19, follow below:

• Wash your hands for 20 seconds frequently, as often as you can
• Carry Alcohol based rub when moving around to sanitize your hands
• Avoid touching your Eyes and Nose
• When you sneeze, cover your Nose and Mouth with a bent elbow or a Tissue
• Avoid movement or people contact when feeling unwell
• If you have a fever, a cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention.
• Maintain social distancing (Minimum 1.5M)
• Order grocery delivery and food delivery instead of going out

Everyone reacts to stressful situations and changing circumstances differently, and it’s natural to feel overwhelmed right now.

Keep everyone you know in “top-of-mind” for when the going gets tough with any life concern.

Take care of yourself, your family, your friends, and your coworkers, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it.

Remember, we’re all in this together – stay connected to those around you, focus on what you can control, and don’t allow yourself to burn out.