Stay Aware Stay Safe – Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We all are quite aware of the outbreak of Coronavirus through one source or the other. Coronavirus or COVID-19 has presently spread around 97 countries, and India is one of them. Kaintal Prep School, one of the best ICSE Prep Schools in Patiala, provides the basic information related to COVID-19 and what precautions must be taken to stay safe and healthy.

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 is a zoonotic virus, which means it can transmit between animals and humans. The outbreak of COVID-19 occurred in the seafood and meat market in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Coronavirus possesses symptoms like a common cold, cough, fever, and breathing difficulties. In severe cases, it can cause acute respiratory problems, pneumonia, and even death. Recovery from this virus depends upon the immune system of the individual.

WHO has declared an emergency considering the outbreak of this virus. Around 1,02,242 people are affected, and 3,497 deaths have reported until now.

How can we prevent it?

Till now, no vaccination or medicine has been developed. Research scientists and WHO both strongly recommend that we can prevent the virus through contact. The following preventive measures can be taken: -

• Wash your hands at regular intervals, at least for 20 seconds, and use an alcohol-based sanitizer.

• Cover your mouth and nose while coughing and sneezing.

• Maintain proper hygiene.

• Maintain distance from the people who are sick.

• If not feeling well, take care of yourself and stay at home.

• If possible, avoid travelling to a tourist or crowded place.

• While travelling, keep tissues, sanitizers, and basic medicines handy.

• If you have come back from a tourist place, do get a full body check-up.

Kaintal Prep school, the ICSE Prep School in Patiala, advises all the students and their family members to not panic in this situation and to follow above precautions to prevent this disease.