It’s important to remain Covid aware
FATIGUE: LETTING YOUR GUARD DROP IS SILLY People are no longer wearing masks, or sanitising and social distancing.
Even though people are experiencing pandemic fatigue, the Covid-19 pandemic mic is not over. People ple are still testet testing positive, yet we are seeing many people getting togethttings together in social settings and the guard has been dropped.
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The virus spreads very easily among clusters usters of peounately people and unfortunately can be fatal to people of f all ages.
In many countries, ntries, explosive outbreaks have e been linked to gatherings of people eople at stadiums, nightclubs, places ces of worship and in other crowds. wds.
The World Health ealth Organhas Organisation (WHO) has called on individuals to play their part by taking king the measures of staying taying at least one metre away from others, hers, washing hands nds regularly, practising tisetrd respiratory etiquette and wearing a mask.
Also, avoid the three Cs: s: closed spaces, , crowded places s and close-contact settings.
There are vulnerable groups where the disease
A diet that is high in vitamins and minerals may help with boosting your immune system against the virus.
can be fatal and these include older people, those with underlying conditions and essential workers. These people who need to be protected the most. T There is no one specific treatment men or preventative measure aga against Covid-19, but keeping safe dist distances from people, sanitising and wearing a mask, a healthy die diet, good rest and exercising wi will keep one safe and healthy. A diet that is high in vitamins and a minerals may help with boosting b your immune system against a the virus. Taking supplements like vitamin v D, vitamin C, zinc and magnesium has also been said to be beneficial.
People with chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, HIV and lung conditions like asthma should make sure they take their medication regularly.
If you have not received your shot of a flu vaccine, get one soon. One cannot over emphasise the importance of regular physical activity and exercising.
This is important to manage your weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes.
Avoid alcohol as this can lead to risky behaviour that also puts you at risk of doing something silly and contacting the virus.
WHO warns against smoking. Smokers have a higher risk of getting coronavirus because they are constantly putting their hands to their lips.
Besides, if they contract the virus, they are at a greater risk of getting a severe case of the infection because their lung function is impaired.