Staying safe: precautionary measures against coronavirus

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The new strain of coronavirus has caused global alarm with 26 deaths recorded in China, and with cases reaching other Asian countries and the United States.

Passengers wearing face masks who arrived from Guangzhou, China lineup for immigration at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, Philippines, 22 January 2020.

To avoid a possible animal-to-person transmission, the WHO said the public, specifically travelers, should avoid eating raw or uncooked “animal products.” “When visiting live markets in areas currently experiencing cases of novel coronavirus, avoid direct unprotected contact with live animals and surfaces in contact with animals,” the WHO said.

The WHO told the public to “frequently clean hands” with the use of alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water. Singapore’s health ministry also advised that washing of the hands must be done “before handling food or eating, after going to toilet, or when hands are dirtied by respiratory secretions after coughing or sneezing.”Dr. Henson reminds persons with cough to wear a mask or cover their mouths when coughing.

Those feeling unwell or experiencing fever, cough, and shortness of breath are urged to seek medical attention.

 

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