New Coronavirus or COVID-19- What to do?
COVID-19 or Coronavirus is a highly contagious infectious disease and is also known as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).
Coronavirus disease or COVID-19 affects the respiratory system of a person, e.g., respiratory tract and lung. The coronavirus pandemic is similar to the old ‘SARS’ which has eight different strains. According to the research, Coronavirus has mainly two major strains, with a tiny difference between them. These strain effect on the body, depending on the age group of the patient.
Who is in trouble?
Well, on the brighter side, people who get infected would mostly recover without needing any particular medical treatment, and they become healthy again over time. On the other hand, some of us might be a little more vulnerable to the symptoms of the infections. These include older people or people who already have underlying health conditions such as diabetes, cancer, or other respiratory diseases such as asthma or bronchitis, again depending on the type of strain. These people might develop severe illness if they become infected with the new Coronavirus Disease or COVID-19.
How is it transmitted?
The Coronavirus is mainly carried through droplets of saliva and via nasal discharge when an infected person sneezes or coughs. Therefore, it is always advised that you follow an excellent respiratory etiquette. This includes covering your mouth when coughing or sneezing. Now be mindful not to use hands to cover your mouth. Instead, use a tissue or cough/sneeze into your flexed elbow.
What can you do to prevent it?
The coronavirus disease has led to an international emergency. But that doesn’t mean you should panic. There are a lot of things you can do to keep yourself safe from the pandemic.
Being well aware of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is the best way to keep yourself safe and prevent its transmission. You need to know the causes of the disease and how it spreads. Here are a few things you can do:
· Social Distancing: Maintain a safe distance whenever you meet someone.
· Wash Your hands: This should be a part of your routine. Remember to wash your hand for 20 seconds.
· Use a sanitizer: When you are out, be sure to disinfect your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
· Disinfect surfaces: clean surfaces in your house with any commercially available disinfectant. These surfaces include door handles, tables, chairs, cell phone screens, etc.
· Cover your face: it keeps you from unnecessarily touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
I have flu am I in trouble
No, having the flu doesn’t at all mean you are infected with COVID-19, and therefore there is absolutely no need to panic. Just practice your natural remedy, and it should be fine. If the flu gets worse over days and you develop breathing difficulties, then you should definitely reach out for help.
In any case, if you are developing symptoms, it is better to isolate yourself as a precaution for the safety of those around you.