Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public

Fundamental defensive measures against the new coronavirus : Coronavirus infection (COVID-19) guidance for the general population 

Remain mindful of the most recent data on the COVID-19 flare-up, accessible on the WHO site and through your national and nearby general wellbeing authority. COVID-19 is as yet influencing generally individuals in China with certain flare-ups in different nations. The vast majority who become tainted experience gentle sickness and recuperate, however it tends to be increasingly extreme for other people. Deal with your wellbeing and ensure others by doing the accompanying:

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public

Wash your hands as often as possible 

Routinely and completely clean your hands with a liquor based hand rub or wash them with cleanser and water. 

Why? Washing your hands with cleanser and water or utilizing liquor based hand rub murders infections that might be on your hands. 

Keep up social separating 

Keep up at any rate 1 meter (3 feet) separation among yourself and any individual who is hacking or wheezing. 

Why? At the point when somebody hacks or wheezes they shower little fluid beads from their nose or mouth which may contain infection. On the off chance that you are excessively close, you can take in the beads, including the COVID-19 infection if the individual hacking has the ailment.

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.

If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early

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.

Stay informed and follow advice given by your healthcare provider

Stay informed on the latest developments about COVID-19. Follow advice given by your healthcare provider, your national and local public health authority or your employer on how to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.

Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on whether COVID-19 is spreading in your area. They are best placed to advise on what people in your area should be doing to protect themselves.

Protection measures for persons who are in or have recently visited (past 14 days) 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.