WHAT IS CORONA VIRUS?
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans.
Just this morning(Friday 28th Feb), the rate of panicking Nigerians has increase to a very high level after the release of the recent breaking
news stating that Nigeria's health agencies has finally recorded the first case of the deadly C.O.V.I.D 19 (Corona Virus) contacted by a lady at the MMA2 international airport, arriving from Italy who has also recorded several cases of the deadly virus.
As doctors and medical specialist accross the world works day and night finding a cure to this dealy Corona virus, we have listed below several ways of how you can prevent the desdly virus according to the World Health Organization(WHO), but we are yet to confirm if finally, we now have the cure which means the cure is not yet available,
BUT IT CAN BE PREVENTED IN MANY WAYS. SEE TIPS BELOW;
Wash Your Hands Frequently With Soap And Water Or Alcohol-Based Hand Rub.
Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.
Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands.
Cover Nose And Mouth When Coughing And Sneezing With Tissue Or Flexed Elbow
Maintain Social Distancing
Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
Why? When someone coughs or sneezes they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease.
Avoid Touching Eyes, Nose And Mouth
Why? Hands touch many surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose or mouth. From there, the virus can enter your body and can make you sick.
Practice Respiratory Hygiene
Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately.
Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses such as cold, flu and COVID-19.
Stay Home If You Feel Unwell.
If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority.
Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections.
NOTE: Avoid unprotected contact with live animals, Thoroughly cook meat and eggs.
Protection measures for persons who are in or have recently visited (past 14 day's) areas where COVID-19 is spreading
Follow the guidance outlined above.Stay at home if you begin to feel unwell, even with mild symptoms such as headache and slight runny nose, until you recover.
Why? Avoiding contact with others and visits to medical facilities will allow these facilities to operate more effectively and help protect you and others from possible COVID-19 and other viruses.If you develop fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical advice promptly as this may be due to a respiratory infection or other serious condition. Call in advance and tell your provider of any recent travel or contact with travelers.
Why? Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also help to prevent possible spread of COVID-19 and other viruses.
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