Coronavirus

This is a stressful time and people want to know what they can do right now to protect themselves and their families. That’s why the American Red Cross is highlighting some everyday steps that people in the World can take now.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19:

Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub.
Maintain a safe distance from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Stay home if you feel unwell.
If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention. Call in advance.
Follow the directions of your local health authority.
Avoiding unneeded visits to medical facilities allows healthcare systems to operatemore effectively.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS

Below are some steps from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help protect yourself and others. Stay informed about what’s happening in your community, and always follow the directions of state and local authorities.

Regular hand-washing for at least 20 seconds is one of the best ways of stopping the spread of coronavirus

Cover your mouth and nose with a face mask, when around others, The face mask is meant to protect other people in case you are infected.

hand sanitizer is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to those around you.

What to Do If You Are Sick

If you have a fever, cough or other symptoms, you might have COVID-19. Most people have mild illness and are able to recover at home. If you think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider.

Stay Home

Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas.

Separate Yourself

As much as possible, stay in a specific room and away from other people and pets in your home. If possible, you should use a separate bathroom. If you need to be around other people or animals in or outside of the home, wear a cloth face covering.

Visit a Doctor

Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas.

BOOSTING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

Don’t Compromise on Sleep
- Good snooze time for 7-8 hours is the best way to help your body build immunity
Stay Hydrated
- Drink up to 8-10 glasses of water every day, to stay hydrated. Hydration will help flush out the toxins from the body and lower the chances of flu.
Don’t Skip on Exercise
- Remember to exercise regularly; even light exercise will go a long way in releasing the toxins from your body. It is recommended to exercise for 30 to 45 minutes, depending on your stamina.
Destress Yourself
- These are testing times, and a prolonged period of staying indoors has its implications on your mental wellbeing. The growing anxiety around the pandemic is another concern that is affecting millions across the globe.

Supplements and immunity boosting foods Articles

While all the above-mentioned tips will definitely help, the need of the hour is a quick boost to your immunity system to keep it fighting fit,Here are a few common supplements and superfoods that can help

Vegetables with the highest sources of vitamin C :

Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower.
Green and red peppers.
Spinach, cabbage, turnip greens, and other leafy greens.
Sweet and white potatoes
Tomatoes and tomato juice

Selected Food Sources of Zinc :

Oysters, cooked, breaded and fried
Beef chuck roast, braised
Crab, Alaska king, cooked
Beef patty, broiled
Baked beans, canned, plain or vegetarian

Foods that provide vitamin D :

Fatty fish, like tuna, mackerel, and salmon
Dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and cereals
Beef liver
Cheese
Egg yolks

More than 4 million people around the world have recovered from coronavirus positive for COVID-19,There are 120 projects around the world working toward a vaccine, but only five have been approved for clinical trials on humans.

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Personal Experience Can Help You

Let the world hear about YOUR own experience of this COVID-19 pandemic. Over the past weeks, maybe months, you have been taking action and developing many creative ideas to face these challenging times, whether by helping your community, finding innovative learning ways, keeping a positive spirit, taking care of your relatives and loved ones, and much much more.

Jessie Clark

A day ago

While the number of coronavirus deaths has risen above 2,000 in the UK, most people who contract the virus go on to get better.

Karen Mannering

Four Days Ago

"I called 999 and my breathing sounded so bad an ambulance was at our house within minutes," explains Karen. "I was literally gasping for air so they put me on oxygen straight away."

Stewart Boyle

One Month Ago

"It's quite subtle at first," he explains. "But then I would try to climb the stairs and be wheezing like an old man. Soon I didn't have the ability to exercise or move at all.

Stewart Boyle

Two Months Ago

On Saturday, Stewart left hospital and is now self-isolating at home. He has been drinking a lot of water to help his lungs and throat recover.

Juios Calmare

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"I wasn't tested for Covid-19. My doctor told they 'couldn't swab everyone, but it was safe to assume I had it'.