Just 1 drop of this essence on the mask will increase the ability to prevent flu

Cajeput oil prevents corona virus - this is a new initiative of the Pharmaceutical Department (Department of Health of Ho Chi Minh City) launched in the "storm" to prevent and control the nCoV epidemic. Cajeput oil is a traditional medicine with antibacterial effects. There are many drugs that are made from α-Terpineol essence found in tea tree oil to inhibit influenza viruses.

Just put 1 drop of tea tree oil on the mask, the ability to prevent the flu will be enhanced

With each passing day, the number of corona virus (2019-nCoV) infections continues to increase significantly. As of the morning of February 4, there were 425 deaths in China, the total number of confirmed worldwide infections has reached 20,438.

In the face of an outbreak, people are trying everything to protect themselves in many ways. In particular, there is a method that makes many people spread each other's ears, which is "using essential oils or saunas with bodhi, grapefruit peel or tea tree oil" will help remove corona virus in the air, making the family safer before the epidemic.

According to Mr. Do Van Dung, Head of the Pharmaceutical Profession Department - Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health, the city health sector is studying and will soon announce the use of tea tree oil to increase the effectiveness of masks in preventing pandemic flu caused by corona virus. The Ho Chi Minh City Pharmacy Department has asked the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Medicine of Ho Chi Minh City to add some information about this initiative.

According to Mr. Dung, just 1 drop of tea tree oil on the mask, the ability to prevent the flu will be enhanced. In the near future, the health sector will require suppliers to increase the sale of this essential oil in supermarkets and convenience stores.

Wearing a mask is one of the effective preventive measures against corona virus

"The use of tea tree oil to increase antibacterial properties has many proven studies. Scientists are further evaluating how to use cajeput essential oil on many different masking materials ”, the head of the pharmaceutical profession in Ho Chi Minh City informed.

According to scientists, in addition to its pleasant aroma, tea tree oil also contains the active ingredient α-Terpineol, which has antibacterial effects. This substance can inhibit some viruses, including the H5N1 influenza virus.

In addition, the active ingredient Eucalyptol extracted from tea tree oil has a mild antiseptic effect.

Set up a quick response team to combat the corona virus epidemic

On the morning of February 5, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc chaired the regular meeting of the Government in January 2020. Speaking at the meeting, the Prime Minister mentioned much about the epidemic of acute respiratory infections caused by a new strain of corona virus (nCoV).

According to the head of the Government, the early establishment of the National Steering Committee has promptly directed comprehensive and strong epidemic prevention with the spirit of "anti epidemic like anti-enemy".

Prime Minister informed that there were 10 corona virus positive cases in Vietnam and that 3 people were cured, including Chinese citizens. Currently no one has died.

The head of the Government said that setting up a fast response team to combat the corona virus epidemic must also react quickly in economic, financial and production terms to offset the effects of the epidemic.

Among the most effective ways to prevent coronavirus infection, the Ministry of Health enhances the importance of proper hand washing and masking.

Experts recommend that, when washing hands, absolutely do not wash through the speaker, but rub, scrub at least 20 seconds under running water to remove secretions on hands.

Specifically, the best way to wear a mask and wash hands is instructed by experts as follows:

How to choose and wear a mask properly is recommended by experts

Note: Minimum time for each hand wash is 1 minute, steps 2, 3, 4, 5 repeat at least 5 times per step

Facing the situation in many places where masks are burned, Mr. Do Van Dung recommends that people use additional washable fabric masks for repeated use. In addition, the postal service has announced that it does not accept masks and hand sanitizer for overseas.

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