How can I keep my family healthy?
The best way is to avoid being exposed to respiratory diseases such as coronavirus. Here are some tips:
- Wash your hands frequently with warm water and soap. Check out this video on handwashing.
- Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
- Avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Stay home when you are sick, especially if you have a fever. Stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone without using fever-reducing medicine.
- Practice physical distancing, staying at least 6 feet away from others.
- Wear a mask when in public
- Droplets from coughs and sneezes can travel about 3 feet. Avoid the spread of droplets by coughing and sneezing into your elbow â or use a tissue and immediate throw it away.
- Clean frequently touched objects and surfaces with household cleaning sprays or disinfecting wipes.
- Avoid sharing household items including dishes, cups and eating utensils
- Keep your immune system strong by eating healthy foods, drinking plenty of water and getting ample rest.
- If you suspect you have coronavirus, call your health care provider to see what precautions should be taken before you visit the doctor’s office.
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