COVID 19
WHAT IS CORONA VIRUS?
The corona virus is a family of viruses that can
cause a range of illness in humans including
common cold and more severe forms like SARS
and MERS which are life-threatening.
SYMPTOMS
People may be sick with the virus for 1-14
days before developing symptoms. The
disease may be serious in people and even
fatal . Older people , and people with other
medical conditions (such as asthma, diabetes
, or heart disease)may be more vulnerable to
becoming severely ill. people may experience:
- cough
- Fever
- Tiredness
- Difficulty in breathing
PREVENTION----STAY HOME SAVE LIVES
- Stay home
- Keep a safe distance
- Wash hands often
- Cover your cough
- sick? Call the helpline
You can protect yourself and help prevent spreading the virus to others if you:
DO
- Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds, with soap or alcohol -based hand rub.
- Cover your nose and mouth with disposable tissue or flexed elbow when you cough and sneeze.Avoid close contact (1 meter or 3 feet) with people who are unwell.
- Stay home and self-isolate from others in the household if you feel unwell.
DON’T
- Touch your eyes ,nose ,or mouth if your hands are not clean
TREATMENT
- There is no specific medicine or treat corona virus disease .people may need supportive care to help them breathe.
SELF- CARE
If you have mild symptoms , stay at home until you’ve recovered . You can relieve your symptoms if you :
- Rest and sleep
- Keep warm
- Drink plenty of liquids
- Use a room humidifier or take a hot shower to help ease a sore throat and cough
MEDICAL TREATMENTS
If you develop a fever , cough , and have difficulty breathing , promptly seek medica care. Call in advance and tell your health provider of any recent travel or recent contact with travelers.
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