COVID-19 UPDATE

Viruses can spread from human contact with animals and also from human to human.

When it comes to human-to-human transmission of the viruses, often it happens when someone comes into contact with the infected person’s secretions. The exposure factors are;

• a cough
• sneeze or
• handshake

The virus can also be transmitted by touching something an infected person has touched and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes.

The viruses can make people sick. Coronavirus symptoms include;

1. fever
2. a runny nose
3. cough
4. sore throat
5. possibly a headache

There is no vaccine to protect against this family of viruses. Reduce your risk of infection by

• Wash your hands with soap and water before touching anything including your eyes, nose and mouth
• Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
• Disinfect the objects and surfaces you touch.
• If you are sick, stay home and avoid crowds and contact with others.

• There is no specific treatment. Most of the time, symptoms will go away on their own.
• Doctors can relieve symptoms by prescribing a pain or fever medication.
• A room humidifier or a hot shower can help with a sore throat or cough.
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Get rest and sleep as much as possible.
• If symptoms feel worse than a standard cold, see your doctor