As the world battles to contain the deadliest outbreak in recent history, it can be easy to feel helpless. However, wherever you are in the community, there is something you can do to impact positively in the fight against coronavirus in your community. The number of people suffering from coronavirus continues to increase around the world as the number of deaths follows suit.
Many people around the globe are anxiously trying to imagine how worse the situation can get and whether their loved ones will fall victim to this deadly disease. As things stand now, there is no drug or vaccine for Covid-19. People are looking at the government to implement measures aimed at implementing effective measures to combat the virus. While you, as an individual, may feel helpless to stop the spread of the virus, you can take conscious steps aimed at protecting the most vulnerable members of the community. Here are useful ideas that you can use to help the people in your community deal with coronavirus.
As an individual take basic precautions and mobilize the people in your community to do the same. Many people are already aware of the common precautions that people should take including regular and thorough handwashing, sanitization, keeping enough social distance and avoiding large crowds. The same precautions help a lot in reducing the spread of coronavirus, which subsequently minimizes its toll on elderly and vulnerable people. That is why it is vital for young and healthy people to take these precautions to minimize the spread of the virus.
Handwashing is capable of reducing infections to up to 20 percent. After using the bathroom, coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose or caring for the sick, make sure to wash your hands carefully. This simple method is highly effective, and it can never be overemphasized. The other useful tip is to avoid touching your face and staying at home as much as possible. You should also clean and disinfect the surfaces which are commonly touched by people. These simple steps help in protecting yourself as well as those around you, which subsequently reduces the feelings of helplessness and powerlessness. If you feel sick in any way, it is advisable to seek help from medical professionals. For people who have Covid-19 symptoms but not in a high-risk environment, you should reach out to a health professional as soon as possible.
The other important thing to do in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak is to prepare, but you should not over-stockpile. Just like washing your hands, it is also necessary that you have some necessities in the home if you are financially able to purchase them. In case you are quarantined or under lockdown ensure that you and your family have basic supplies such as food, medications, and toiletries, among other stuff. You should prepare for two or three weeks in terms of supplies, prescriptions as well as over-the-counter medications. It is also crucial that you stick to all the guidelines given by the concerned agencies in charge of containing the virus in your community.