Coronavirus has affected thousands of people in various countries and claimed hundreds of lives. In order not to be exposed to this infectious disease that is endemic, there are several ways that can be done to prevent the transmission of the Corona virus. The cause of this outbreak is a new type of coronavirus called the novel coronavirus 2019 (2019-nCoV). This disease belongs to the same group of viruses as the viruses that cause severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle-East respiratory syndrome (MERS).
Steps to Prevent Corona Virus
Transmission
The virus is thought to have
originated in animals, such as bats and camels, and can be transmitted from
animals to humans, as well as from humans to humans. Transmission between
humans is most likely through sputum splashes when coughing or sneezing. When
infected with the Corona virus, a person will experience flu-like symptoms,
such as fever, cough, and runny nose. However, a few days later, people who are
infected with the corona virus can experience shortness of breath due to
infection in the lungs (pneumonia).
Until now, there is no treatment
that can cure Corona virus infection. Therefore, the World Health Organization
(WHO) appeals to the public not to take this disease lightly and to always take
preventive measures. One of them is by implementing social distancing. In
addition, various research and clinical trials of the COVID-19 vaccine are also
being carried out. The vaccine is expected to provide prevention against
COVID-19 disease.
There are several steps that can
be taken to prevent infection with the Corona virus, including:
1. Wash your hands properly
Washing your hands properly is
the simplest but most effective way to prevent the spread of the 2019-nCoV
virus. Wash your hands with running water and soap for at least 20 seconds.
Make sure all parts of your hands are thoroughly washed, including the backs of
your hands, wrists, between your fingers and nails. After that, dry your hands
using a tissue, clean towel, or hand dryer.
If you are a commuting worker on
public transport, it will be difficult to find water and soap. You can clean
your hands with hand sanitizer. Use hand sanitizer products with a minimum
alcohol content of 60% to be more effective at eradicating germs. Wash your
hands regularly, especially before and after eating, after using the toilet,
after touching animals, taking out the trash, and after coughing or sneezing.
It is also important to wash your hands before feeding your baby or expressing
breast milk.
2. Using a mask
Many use cloth masks to prevent
infection with the Corona virus, even though these masks are not necessarily
effective. In general, there are two types of masks that you can use to prevent
transmission of the Corona virus, namely surgical masks and N95 masks. Surgical
masks or surgical masks are disposable masks that are commonly used. These
masks are easy to find, affordable, and comfortable to wear, so many people use
these masks during their daily activities.
The correct way to wear a
surgical mask is that the colored side of the mask should face outwards, while
the white inner side faces the face and covers the chin, nose and mouth. The
white side is made of a material that can absorb dirt and filter germs from the
air. Although not fully effective in preventing exposure to germs, the use of
this mask can still reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases, including
Corona virus infection. The use of masks is recommended for people who are sick
to prevent the spread of viruses and germs, rather than for healthy people.
While the N95 mask is a type of
mask that is used as one of the personal protective equipment or PPE for
medical workers who treat COVID-19 patients. When removing the mask from the
face, both surgical masks and N95 masks, avoid touching the front of the mask,
because that part is full of attached germs. After removing the mask, wash your
hands with soap or hand sanitizer, so that your hands are clean of germs
attached.
3. Maintain endurance
A strong immune system can
prevent the emergence of various diseases. To maintain and increase endurance,
you are advised to eat healthy foods, such as vegetables and fruits, and
protein foods, such as eggs, fish, and lean meats.
If you are bored with homemade
food, you can buy ready-to-eat food or food at a restaurant through delivery
services, but make sure the food is clean and healthy. If necessary, you also
increase the consumption of supplements according to the doctor's advice. In
addition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, not smoking, and not consuming
alcoholic beverages can also increase the body's resistance to avoid
transmission of the Corona virus. Some information says that basking in the sun
can also prevent Corona virus infection. Unfortunately this still needs to be
investigated further.
4. Implement physical distancing
and self-isolation
Physical restrictions or physical
distancing is one of the important steps to break the chain of the spread of the
Corona virus. This can be done by not going out of the house, except for urgent
or emergency needs, such as shopping for groceries or medical treatment when
sick. Physical restrictions are also carried out by maintaining a minimum
distance of 1 meter from other people and always using a mask, especially when
doing activities in public places or crowds.
During physical distancing, you
also need to avoid contact with people who are sick, suspected of being
infected with the Corona virus, or have tested positive for COVID-19. If you
have any of the mild symptoms of COVID-19, have a history of traveling or
living in an area affected by the Corona virus in the last 14 days, or have
been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19, you are advised
to self-isolate. In addition, self-isolation is also recommended for people who
are at high risk of being infected with the Corona virus, such as the elderly
or people who have comorbidities, such as hypertension, diabetes, or weak
immune systems.
5. Cleaning the house and
disinfecting regularly
Apart from personal hygiene, it
is also very important to keep the house clean during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This is because the Corona virus has been proven to survive for hours and even
days on the surface of an object. Therefore, the house must be regularly
cleaned and thoroughly disinfected, including furniture and household
appliances that are frequently touched, such as doorknobs, television remotes,
water faucets, and table surfaces.
When cleaning or disinfecting,
you need to wear gloves and a mask, and wash your hands with clean water and
soap after cleaning the house. This is done to prevent the transmission of the
Corona virus that may occur. In addition to the several ways above, now
COVID-19 can also be prevented by giving the COVID-19 vaccine. In order for the
vaccine to work more effectively, there are several things you need to do
before and after getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
If you are categorized as a
suspected or probable COVID-19 patient, which is characterized by flu symptoms,
such as cough, fever, and runny nose, accompanied by weakness and shortness of
breath, especially if in the last 2 weeks you have traveled to an area or
country infected with the Corona virus , immediately consult a doctor so that
the cause can be ascertained and given the right treatment.
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