(Popular Science) How to protect yourself during the COVID-19 epidemic?

Recently, the COVID-19 epidemic continues to spread in many parts of the world. How should we normalize prevention and control? We need to take the following measures to effectively protect ourselves:

1.Maintain good hygiene and healthy habits

Everyone is the first person responsible for their own health. We must establish a firm awareness of epidemic prevention and control, develop personal hygiene habits, practice a healthy lifestyle.  Wash hands, disinfect, ventilate, clean, and exercise frequently at home, and protect the health of individuals and family members with a good lifestyle. Take the initiative to monitor the health of individuals and family members. When symptoms such as fever, cough, chest tightness, etc. occur, they should promptly go to the fever clinic of the local medical institution.

2.Minimize gatherings in public places

Adhere to the principle of “no gatherings are not necessary, and masks must be worn when going out”, and no gatherings or crowds. As far as possible to reduce access to farmers markets, supermarkets, and other public places and stay time. Observe the public health rules, do not spit, do not litter, keep a safe distance from others, and avoid cross-infection; take public transportation, first check the temperature and then get on the bus, reduce crowding and disperse seating; take the initiative to use public transportation when dining out. Use chopsticks and spoons to prevent gatherings for meals; do not go to closed places such as movie theaters, Internet cafes, karaoke halls, mahjong halls, and gymnasiums to effectively block the spread of the epidemic.

3.Go to the hospital should pay attention to safety protection

If you need to go to the hospital for treatment, you should wear N95 masks and disposable gloves, long-sleeved tops, and trousers. And if possible, wear goggles or a protective cap that can cover your face to minimize body exposure; keep it all the time Try to avoid drinking water, going to the toilet, taking the elevator, and waiting for a seat. Leave immediately after treatment and check-ups to reduce unnecessary stays.

Hope the COVID-19 epidemic will end soon. AmcareMed wishes people all over the world health and safety.
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