Symptoms of a new coronavirus infection (COVID-19) are similar to those of the usual (seasonal) flu:
- high body temperature
- headache
- weakness
- cough
- difficulty in breathing
- muscle pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
7 steps to prevent coronavirus infection:
- Refrain from visiting public places: shopping centers, sports and entertainment events, transport during rush hour.
- Use a disposable medical mask (respirator) in public places, changing it every 2-3 hours.
- Avoid close contact and stay in the same room with people who have visible signs of ARVI (coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge).
- Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly after coming back home, and contact with strangers.
- Disinfect gadgets, office equipment, and the surfaces you touch.
- Limit your hugs and handshakes when greeting.
- Use only personal hygiene items (towel, toothbrush).
5 rules for suspected coronavirus infection:
- Stay at home. If you feel worse, call a doctor, inform him about the places you have stayed for the last 2 weeks, your possible contacts. Strictly follow the doctor’s recommendations.
- Minimize contact with healthy people, especially the elderly and those with chronic diseases. It is better to take care of a sick person.
- Use a disposable tissue or handkerchief when coughing or sneezing, covering your mouth. If absent, sneeze in the elbow.
- Use personal hygiene items and disposable tableware.
- Do wet cleaning with disinfectants and frequent ventilation.