Corona virus pneumonia is complicated. Although WHO is not sure about the possibility of declaring the pandemic a concern on an international scale, the organization also said it is time we should actively prevent it.
Ho Chi Minh City discovered 2 cases of pneumonia caused by Corona virus first in Vietnam
Currently, concerns of the whole world are directed towards the pneumonia caused by the new strain of corona virus in China. The virus was confirmed to have originated from a seafood market in Wuhan city, after more than 3 weeks, it caused 17 deaths, bringing the number of patients to more than 571.
The Chinese nCov corona virus has so far killed 17 people
It is known that this virus, named 2019-nCov, has been confirmed by WHO to be capable of transmitting from person to person (albeit in a limited amount), has now appeared in a number of countries around the world (Japan , Korea, USA, Thailand…). And especially most recently, Vietnam has confirmed that there are two Chinese father and son infected with Corona virus in Ho Chi Minh City, currently being treated at Cho Ray hospital.
Of course, this is just a doubt and there is no official conclusion. The WHO itself is uncertain about whether the pandemic flu is an international concern. Even so, at this stage, it is best to proactively come up with a method of prevention, and below what must be done to protect yourself, as recommended by WHO itself.
Ways to protect yourself and your family from Corona virus
Here's what you need to do to prevent Corona virus for yourself and your loved ones:
1. Avoid close contact with people who have signs of infection
According to WHO, up to the present time, nCov coronavirus has been confirmed to have limited ability to spread from person to person. So, what is needed now is to avoid crowds, and limit close contact with people who have signs of infection.
Symptoms are related to respiratory illnesses - cough, sneezing, runny nose. Some symptoms that should also be noticed are high fever, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. Severe cases can lead to pneumonia, kidney failure, and even death.
2. Eat cooked and drink boiled
Scientists believe that the new coronavirus originated in an animal (currently suspected to be a snake) and then transmitted to humans. This is not confirmed yet, but WHO recommends that families cook meat and eggs thoroughly to minimize the risk.
Eat cooked and boiled to prevent Corona virus infection
3. Avoid fresh markets
During this period, it is necessary to limit to places where people gather, especially markets selling fresh produce. According to WHO, this is the group "most at risk of infection".
4. Follow the basic rules of the common cold season
According to Dr. John Wiesman - Secretary of Health in Washington State, the public at the present time needs to take basic precautions for common flu seasons:
Wash your hands often with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds
Cover your mouth and nose with your hands when you want to cough or sneeze, and disinfect any areas you touch after coughing.
If you or your doctor suspects you have a new virus, wear a medical mask promptly to prevent the virus from spreading.
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