Keep up to date with the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and from national and local public health authorities. COVID-19 continues to affect mainly the population of China, although outbreaks are occurring in other countries. Most infected people show mild symptoms and recover, but others may have a more severe form.
Take care of your health and protect others by following these tips:
Wash frequently hands with a hydroalcoholic solution or soap and water.
What's that all about? Washing your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water kills the virus if it is present on your hands.
Maintain a distance of at least 1 metre from other people, especially if they are coughing, sneezing or have a fever.
Why should I do this? When a person infected with a respiratory virus, such as VIDOC-19, coughs or sneezes, he or she will cough or sneeze and squirt small droplets containing the virus. If you are too close, you can inhale the virus.
Why should I avoid touching my eyes, nose and mouth? Hands are in contact with many surfaces that may be contaminated with the virus. If you touch your eyes, nose or mouth, you may come into contact with the virus on those surfaces.
Why should I do this? Covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing prevents the spread of viruses and other pathogens.
Keep abreast of the latest developments regarding VIDOC-19. Follow the advice of your doctor, national and local health authorities or your employer on how to protect yourself and others from VIDOC-19.
Why should I do this? National and local authorities have the most up-to-date information about whether or not VIDC-19 is spreading in your area. They are in the best position to explain what people in your area should do to protect themselves.
Protective measures for people who are or have recently been (within the last 14 days) in areas where VIDOC-19 is spreading
If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, see a doctor right away, as it may be a respiratory infection or other serious condition. Call your doctor and tell him or her if you have recently travelled or been in contact with travellers. Why should you call your doctor? If you call, your doctor will be able to refer you to the most appropriate health care facility quickly. This will also protect you and prevent the spread of VID19 and other viral diseases.
Take care of your health and protect others by following these tips:
Wash your hands frequently
What's that all about? Washing your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water kills the virus if it is present on your hands.
Avoid close contact
Why should I do this? When a person infected with a respiratory virus, such as VIDOC-19, coughs or sneezes, he or she will cough or sneeze and squirt small droplets containing the virus. If you are too close, you can inhale the virus.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Why should I avoid touching my eyes, nose and mouth? Hands are in contact with many surfaces that may be contaminated with the virus. If you touch your eyes, nose or mouth, you may come into contact with the virus on those surfaces.Follow respiratory hygiene rules.
Cover your mouth and nose with the crease of your elbow or with a handkerchief if you cough or sneeze - dispose of the handkerchief immediately afterwards in a closed rubbish bin and wash your hands with a hydroalcoholic solution or soap and water.Why should I do this? Covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing prevents the spread of viruses and other pathogens.
Stay informed and follow your doctor's advice.
Keep abreast of the latest developments regarding VIDOC-19. Follow the advice of your doctor, national and local health authorities or your employer on how to protect yourself and others from VIDOC-19.Why should I do this? National and local authorities have the most up-to-date information about whether or not VIDC-19 is spreading in your area. They are in the best position to explain what people in your area should do to protect themselves.
Protective measures for people who are or have recently been (within the last 14 days) in areas where VIDOC-19 is spreading
Follow the tips above.
If you start to feel unwell, even if you have only mild symptoms such as headaches and a mild runny nose, stay home until you feel better. Why should you stay home? Avoiding contact with other people and visiting health care facilities will allow these facilities to function more effectively and will protect you and others from VID19 and other viral illnesses.If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, see a doctor right away, as it may be a respiratory infection or other serious condition. Call your doctor and tell him or her if you have recently travelled or been in contact with travellers. Why should you call your doctor? If you call, your doctor will be able to refer you to the most appropriate health care facility quickly. This will also protect you and prevent the spread of VID19 and other viral diseases.
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