How do we avoid coronavirus since it lives so long on so many surfaces<\/em>?<\/p>\n1. Wear masks<\/h4>\n
Yes, experts in the medical profession have suggested that a mask isn’t helpful as it only stops a wearer from infecting others and not vice versa.<\/p>\n
However, consider the Czech Republic, which has implemented a mandatory face mask rule,<\/strong> has managed to slow the spread of the virus considerably. That’s because all wearers protect each other if they wear masks.<\/p>\n2. Wash your hands<\/h4>\n
You’ve probably heard this many times, but everyone can use a reminder. Wash your hands for about twenty seconds with soap or an alcohol sanitiser if you come into contact with any of the surfaces mentioned above if you go out.<\/p>\n
3. Safe-distancing<\/h4>\n
There have been many debates and comments on this topic, and it’s not surprising. Distancing is painful, especially with loved ones. That said, stay at least a meter away from others as this does pay off, as locked down China has shown. The number if COVID-19 imports there has dropped tremendously.<\/p>\n
4. Self-isolate<\/h4>\n
Do this if you feel sick. You’ll be showing concern for your family and friends.<\/p>\n
5. Don’t touch your face<\/h4>\n
Again, this is difficult, as we often do so as a reflex – usually to make sure that we look sharp every day. But refrain from doing this if you go out as it increases the chances of viral droplets spreading.<\/p>\n
Take care during this stressful time and remember – if you must go out, don’t touch.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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