Tips to reduce exposure from the Coronavirus

The Coronavirus, first detected in Wuhan, China, has caused an outbreak of respiratory illness throughout multiple countries.

World Health Organization (WHO) has advised the general public to reduce the exposure and transmission of this illness this can be done through various ways:

• Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 15 seconds (especially before handling food, after touching your face or shaking someone’s hand).
• Avoid sharing personal items with others who may be sick.
• Cover your mouth with a tissue when sneezing and coughing. Throw the tissue away and then wash your hands immediately.
• If you do not have a tissue, cough into your upper sleeve or elbow.
• As viruses can live on hard surfaces for up to eight hours, sanitize objects like your keyboard, telephone and door handles frequently.
• Practice good health habits to help your body fight off viruses. Ensure you are getting enough rest, drinking plenty of fluids, eating nutritious foods and staying active
• As always, if you are sick, you should avoid close contact with others and stay home. In addition, we encourage you to contact your healthcare practitioner or primary physician as soon as possible and report your symptoms to them for evaluation (WHO, 2020).

For your safety and those around you, please follow the advised instructions above!

For more news and information please visit the World Health Organization Website https://www.who.int/