As the number of people infected with COVID-19 continues to increase in the current pandemic, everyone’s action is vital in order to protect oneself and their loved ones from this virus. The actions of each person have roles to play in slowing, if not putting off, the spread of COVID-19. Even though there are companies who were able to invent a vaccine, we should still be very mindful and careful.
Here are ways to help protect your friends and family from COVID-19:
1. Practice good hand and respiratory hygiene
Wash your hands regularly with soap and water especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose. If soap and water are not available, use alcohol-based hand sanitizers containing at least 70% ethanol.
2. Maintain distance
Stay a meter away from anyone who’s coughing, sneezing, or has fever. Make sure to keep a safe distance from other people, especially when you go to the supermarket, pharmacies, and convenience stores when you need to buy necessary items. Also, lessen your stay in public places.
3. Avoid “MEN”
At home or at a public place, avoid touching your mouth, eyes, and nose.
4. Avoid social gatherings
Make use of the internet and social media applications. If a meeting, party, and other social gatherings can be done virtually, do it to avoid contact with other people.
5. Seek medical care
Seek immediate medical care if you have fever, cough, or are experiencing breathing difficulties. Better to be safe than sorry!
Always remember that this is not only for you. This is for your loved ones as well. Remember these tips to slow down or even stop the transmission of this virus.
AA VI Cielo Katrina M. Mabalot
References:
- “Help stop the spread of Coronavirus and protect your family” from https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/help-stop-spread-coronavirus-and-protect-your-family
- “Actions to protect yourself” from https://www.who.int/southeastasia/outbreaks-and-emergencies/novel-coronavirus-2019/protective-measures/protect-ourselves
