ഗവ. എച്ച്.എസ്.എസ്. ആന്റ് വി.എച്ച്.എസ്.എസ്. ഇടപ്പള്ളി നോർത്ത്/അക്ഷരവൃക്ഷം/COVID 19
COVID 19
In December 2019, a novel CORONA virus SARS- COV-2 has resulted in the outbreak of a respiratory illness known as COVID 19. This disease was first identified in Wuhan, China and has spread globally resulting in the ongoing 2019-20 Corona Virus Pandemic. This virus is primarily spread between people during close contact often by small droplets produced by coughing, sneezing or talking. People may also become infected by touching a contaminated surface and then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. The virus can survive on the surfaces up to 72 hrs. Most people infected with the COVID -19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. Older people and those with underlying medical problems like cardio vascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease and cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. At this time, there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID 19. However, there are many on going clinical trials evaluating potential treatments. World Health Organisation (WHO) will continue to provide updated information as soon as clinical findings become available. To prevent infection and to slowdown transmission of COVID 19:- • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or clean them with Alcohol based hand rub. • Maintain at least 1mtr distance between you and people. • Avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from large groups of people. • Avoid touching your face. • Stay home, if you feel unwell. The best way to prevent and slow down transmissions is being well informed about the COVID 19 virus, the disease it causes and how it spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection. Always maintain a social distance to overcome this dangerous situation. “STAY HOME.. STAY SAFE..”
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