About , effects and prevention of covid-19
ABOUT COVID-19
COVID-19 , is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered family of viruses known as Coronavirus . It causes respiratory illnesses like common cold , Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome to the person infected and if not treated , can result in death .
Older people , and those with underlying medical problems , diabetes , cancer and other respiratory problems , are more vulnerable to this disease than others .
EFFECTS OF COVID 19
Every 1 out of 6 people affected from COVID 19 become seriously ill and develop difficulty in breathing .
But 80% of confirmed cases recover from the disease without any serious issues .
In more severe cases , infection can cause severe pneumonia and other complications which can only be treated at higher level facilities .
SYMPTOMS OF COVID 19
- Fever
- Cough
- Tiredness
- Difficulty in breathing
- Muscle aches
- Chills
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
- Chest pain
- Pink eye ( conjunctivitis )
HOW TO SLOW DOWN TRANSMISSION OF THIS DISEASE ?
- We can slow down transmission of disease by becoming well informed about it and let others know too !
- Taking all the necessary safety measures that are required (like , sanitizing your hands , wearing a mask when going out )
- Avoid being in close contact or in contact who is showing symptoms for this disease .
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds , or use a sanitizer with 60% alcohol
- Cover your face with a cloth mask in public places .
- Avoid touching your nose , eyes or mouth too often .
- Clean and disinfect high touch surfaces such as doorknobs , light switches and electric switches daily .
WHAT TO DO WHEN TRAVELLING ?
- Wear a mask at all times .
- Use appropriate hand hygiene when in public .
- Maintain social distancing .
At last , Stay Safe and Have a happy trip !
