Corona's Positive Cases Continue to Grow, How Can You Protect Yourself from Covid-19?

Corona virus SARS-CoV-2 causes Covid-19 is still growing. More than 190 countries have reported positive cases in the region. Until Sunday (3/29/2020) morning, there were 662,073 cases of positive infected cases reported from various countries. Of these, 30,780 people were declared dead and 139,426 people had recovered.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the spread of Covid-19 as a global pandemic. Corona viruses generally circulate in animals, but some can evolve to infect humans and spread among humans.

A leading expert on infectious diseases in China and SARS Zhong Nanshan said that the virus is transmitted from human to human. Scientists have found traces of the virus in the feces of several infected patients, perhaps demonstrating additional ways of transmitting the disease. Also read: Why is the Death Rate in Italy due to Corona the Highest in the World?

So, what precautions can be taken? To prevent the spread of the virus, WHO recommends washing hands regularly, covering the mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, and thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. In addition, it is also advisable to avoid close contact with anyone who shows symptoms of respiratory disease. Maria Van Kerkhove from the WHO's zoonosis and disease unit recommends avoiding unsafe contact with live animals and washing hands after contact with animals. Gabriel Leung, co-recruited by the WHO Collaboration Center for epidemiology and control of communicable diseases, said masks should be part of prevention efforts. "If you are sick, wear a mask. If you go to a crowded place. Wear a mask even though you are not sick," Leung said. "If you have symptoms, especially if you have traveled to Wuhan, please seek media attention and be honest with your doctor," he continued.

Here are 10 ways you can do to prevent contracting the corona virus as reported by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Ministry of Health and WHO:

1. Wash your hands often.
2. Avoid close contact.
3. Maintain social distance.
4. Use a mask if it hurts.
5. Stay at home.
6. Avoid touching the eyes, nose and mouth.
7. Avoid the crowd.
8. Do not shake hands.
9. Always update information regarding Covid-19.
10. Go to the hospital immediately if you experience symptoms of Covid-19.