Coronavirus what you should do during a lockdown?
Coronavirus COVID-19 is rapidly spreading
around the world, and although there is a lot still to learn about the virus, the advice
to slow down the spread of the virus is pretty clear. So, how can you help to slow down
the spread of Coronavirus? • Stay at home – this means no unnecessary journeys or
social contact. • Only leave the house for essential shopping, medical needs, and
exercise once a day. • You can only travel to and from work but only if it is absolutely
necessary. • Any social gatherings of more than two people are banned. This, however,
does not apply to the people you live with. • You should not visit other people’s
houses or socialise with anyone outside your house. • If you start to develop any symptoms,
you must isolate yourself, and your family. • And finally, rather than face to face
contact, keep in touch with any family and friends with regular phone calls, video chats,
or texting. If you do not follow the rules, the police can fine you! So what day you need
to do to avoid Coronavirus?• You should be thoroughly cleaning your hands, and the
World Health Organisation recommends that the handwashing process should take around
20 to 30 seconds minimum. • Catch coughs and sneezes with disposable tissues and dispose
of them correctly as soon as they are used. • If you do not have a tissue, use your
sleeve. Once you have sneezed or coughed, wash your hands thoroughly or use an alcohol
hand gel. • And finally, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
– this is how the virus gets into your body. The main symptoms of Coronavirus include fever
and tiredness, a continuous cough and breathing difficulties. The current rule is if you live
with someone who has a new continuous cough or high temperature, you should stay at home
for 14 days in case any symptoms develop. Where possible, you should stay at least three
steps away from other people in your house. If your symptoms appear to get worse or
do not get any better after seven days, please seek medical advice. Use the online 111 Coronavirus
service at https://111.nhs.uk. In Northern Ireland, call 111. If they deem it necessary,
you may be tested for the virus at a hospital.
Slowing Down the Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)
How to Help Slow Down the Spread
- Stay at Home: Avoid unnecessary journeys or social contact.
- Essential Outings Only: Leave the house for shopping, medical needs, or exercise once daily.
- Travel to Work Only if Necessary: Limit travel to and from work to essential purposes.
- Limit Social Gatherings: Gatherings of more than two people are banned (excluding household members).
- Avoid Visiting Others: Refrain from visiting other households or socialising outside your home.
- Isolate if Symptomatic: If symptoms develop, isolate yourself and your family.
- Keep in Touch Virtually: Maintain contact with family and friends through phone calls, video chats, or texting.
Preventive Measures to Avoid Coronavirus
- Thorough Hand Cleaning: Wash hands for 20 to 30 seconds as recommended by the World Health Organisation.
- Catch Coughs and Sneezes: Use disposable tissues and dispose of them promptly; if unavailable, use your sleeve.
- Hand Hygiene: Wash hands or use alcohol hand gel after coughing or sneezing.
- Avoid Touching Face: Refrain from touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Help
The main symptoms of Coronavirus include fever, tiredness, continuous cough, and breathing difficulties. If living with someone displaying symptoms:
- Stay at home for 14 days.
- Maintain distance from others within the household.
- If symptoms worsen or persist after seven days, seek medical advice.
- Use the online 111 Coronavirus service at https://111.nhs.uk (Northern Ireland: call 111).