COVID : Signs, Symptoms, Precautions

The Coronavirus Infection is also known as the “Wuhan pneumonia”, which started off in Wuhan, a city in mainland China, in December 2019. It has now spread globally, with many countries restricting passage to people traveling from China. Moreover, Wuhan city itself has become like a ghost town.

As of February 6, 2020, thousands have been admitted and quarantined in hospitals. However, coronavirus is airborne and that it can be transmitted between people. Therefore, we should stay vigilant about the spread of the disease.

Symptoms of Coronavirus Infection 

So, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), signs of Coronavirus infection include:

• Fever

• Cough

• Shortness of breath

• Breathing difficulties

Although, the incubation period of the coronavirus could be between 10 to 14 days. Severe cases of CoronaVirus lead to pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure, and even death. Till February 6 there have been more than 500 reported cases of deaths by the virus. Given the severity of the infection, it is important to know how we can prevent getting infected.

Preventing Corona Virus

Finally, we can take some very simple precautions to reduce exposure to and transmission of the virus. WHO advises that everyone should:

• Frequently wash hands with warm water and soap or use a disinfectant.

• Cover their mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing.

• Dispose of used tissues into a covered bin and wash hands well.

• Avoid close contact with anyone who has a fever or cough.

• Seek early medical help if you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing.

• If sick, share their travel history with healthcare providers.

• Avoid direct, unprotected contact with live animals and surfaces in contact with animals. This includes avoiding live poultry markets or farms.

• Avoid raw or undercooked animal products.

• Be careful when handling raw meat, milk or animal organs to avoid cross-contamination with uncooked food.

• If having respiratory symptoms, wear a surgical mask, refrain from meeting people and seek medical advice.

• Avoid crowded places.

• Avoid close contact with persons with fever or respiratory symptoms.

• Avoid visiting hospitals.

In conclusion, the above will not only keep you safe but also contain the spread of infections. Together we can fight this. Helper4U is there to help you in the time of need, if you know anybody who is searching for a job, you can get him/her registered here. If you want to hire a helper near you, you can hire as all our helpers are vaccinated.