CoV has taken scary vibes over the world and has
been everywhere in the news. But, the some proportion of the population is
still unaware and living in the myths relevant to COVID-19. Below are the facts
mentioned that everyone should know about the Coronavirus to stay aware and
prevent it.
1. COVID-19 is Pandemic
A pandemic is a global outbreak of disease.
Pandemics happen when a new pathogen emerges to infect people and can spread
between people sustainably. Because there is little to no pre-existing immunity
against the latest virus, it spreads worldwide.
The virus that causes COVID-19 is infecting
people and spreading quickly from person-to-person. Cases have been detected in
most countries worldwide, and community spread is being recognized in a growing
number of countries. Check out the facts that can help you panic less and help
you to prepare for COVID-19
2. Coronavirus is
zoonotic
This means COVID-19 is transmitted from
animals to human beings. Although Investigations have shown that SARS-CoV was
transmitted from civet cats to humans, confirmed evidences of spread to human
beings are still debated. Several known
coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not yet infected
humans.
3. Diseases can make
anyone sick regardless of their race or ethnicity.
Fear and anxiety about COVID-19 can cause
people to avoid or reject others even though they are not at risk of spreading
the virus.
4. For most people, the immediate risk of becoming seriously ill from the virus that causes COVID-19 is
thought to be less.
Older adults and people of any age with
underlying health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, lung disease, or
heart disease, etc are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
5. Risk of Severe Illness
New information out of China, where COVID-19
first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick
from this illness. This includes:
Older adults and kids are
vulnerable because of low immunity People who have severe chronic medical
conditions like:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Lung disease, etc.
6. COVID-19 virus can be
transmitted in areas with hot and humid climates.
From the evidence so far, the COVID-19 virus
can be transmitted in ALL AREAS, including regions with hot and humid weather.
Regardless of the environment, adopt protective measures if you live in, or
travel to an area reporting COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself against
COVID-19 is by frequently washing your hands with soap or sanitizing with
alcohol-based sanitizers. By doing this, you eliminate viruses that may be on
your hands and avoid infection that could occur by then touching your eyes,
mouth, and nose.
7. Cold weather and snow
CANNOT kill the new coronavirus.
There is no reason to believe that cold
weather can kill new coronavirus or other diseases. The average human body
temperature remains around 36.5°C to 37°C, regardless of the external
temperature or weather. The most effective way to protect yourself against the
new coronavirus is by frequently cleaning your hands with alcohol-based hand
rub or washing them with soap and water. Also, carrying a sanitizer is
recommended though
8. Taking a hot bath does
not prevent the new coronavirus disease.
Taking a warm bath will not prevent you from
catching COVID-19. Your normal body temperature remains around 36.5°C to 37°C,
regardless of the temperature of your bathtub or shower. Taking a bath with
boiling water can be harmful, as it can harm you.
9. The new coronavirus
CANNOT be transmitted through mosquito bites!
To date, there has been no information nor
evidence to suggest that mosquitoes could transmit the new coronavirus. The new
coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets
generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of
saliva or discharge from the nose.
10. Are hand dryers not
effective in killing the new coronavirus?
No. Hand dryers are not effective in killing
the COVID-19.
11. Thermal scanners can’t
detect people infected with the new coronavirus.
Thermal scanners are useful in identifying
people who have developed a fever (i.e., have a higher than normal body
temperature) because of infection with the new coronavirus. However, they
cannot detect people who are infected but are not yet sick with a fever. This
is because it takes between 2 to 10 days before people who are affected become
ill and develop a fever.
12. Spraying alcohol or
chlorine all over your body cannot kill the new coronavirus.
Spraying alcohol or chlorine all over your
body will not kill viruses that have already entered your body. Spraying such
substances can be harmful
13. Vaccines against
pneumonia don’t protect you against the new coronavirus.
Vaccines against pneumonia, such as
pneumococcal vaccine and Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) vaccine, do not
protect against the latest virus. Although these vaccines are not effective
against 2019-nCoV, vaccination against respiratory illnesses is highly
recommended to protect your health.
14. Are antibiotics not
effective in preventing and treating the new coronavirus?
No, antibiotics do not work against viruses,
only bacteria. The new coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is a virus and, therefore,
antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment. However,
if you are hospitalized for the 2019-nCoV, you may receive antibiotics because
bacterial co-infection is possible.
Someone who has
completed quarantine or has been released from isolation does not pose a risk
of infection to other people. You can help stop COVID-19 by knowing the signs
and symptoms:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
There are simple
things you can do to help keep yourself and others healthy.
- Wash your hands often with soap
and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose,
coughing, or sneezing; going to the bathroom; and before eating or
preparing food.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose,
and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
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