China’s epidemic Coronavirus is spreading across the world at a high pace. India has also got into the trap of this outbreak. Till date, the two elderly people have already died where one was a 69-year-old woman, and the other one was an 82-year-old man. The other countries like Italy and Spain have reported a surge in fatalities in the last few days. Even the lockdowns are imposed, and the US has banned travel from almost all of the European countries. Schools, colleges, offices, and cinemas have been closed till 31st March.
“Detailed tracking procedure in place to prevent coronavirus spread, no ban imposed”.
S Jaishankar, Foreign Minister
State/UT wise list of COVID confirmed cases:
Currently, 93 cases have been reported in which two have already died. Let’s have a look at these cases once.
Preventive Coronavirus Health Measures Stated By WHO
World Health Organisation has suggested some preventive health measures of Coronavirus. These measures are available on its site. It’s still present in China and reaching to the countries as well.
Following are the basic protective health measures against the Coronavirus:
- Wash your hands frequently
- Maintain social distancing
- Practice respiratory hygiene
- Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. Read more
Important guidelines for the mask usage
Medical masks of different size and shapes are available in the market. The common ones are flat pleated masks of woven fabric which covers the nose and mouth and affixed behind the head with straps/ elastic fasteners. There are also conical or duckbill- shaped masks with valves (or without valves) that fit in the contour of the face over the nose and mouth, but are costlier. Know more
Biometric exempted at the offices
According to the health experts, epidemic coronavirus spreads through the physical greetings like shake hands, hug etc. WHO also suggested avoiding the mass gathering to avoid its spread. That’s the reason being many offices have exempted the biometric attendance after knowing the Govt. Health Advisory.
