NEW DELHI: The novel coronavirus has infected close to 93,000 people in 65 countries and killed 3,202 people. On Wednesday, six new people were found infected with the virus. This is in addition to one suspected case and two confirmed cases found a day earlier.
Here is a list of dos and don'ts issued by the government to stall the spread of the virus in the country —Do's - Cover your nose and mouth with disposable tissue or handkerchief
- Frequently wash your hands with soap and water
- Avoid crowded places
- Person suffering from Influenza like illness must be confined at home
- Stay more than one arm's length distance from persons sick with flu
- Take adequate sleep and rest
- Drink plenty of water/liquids and eat nutritious food
- Person suspected with Influenza like illness must consult doctor
Don'ts - Touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands while coughing or sneezing
- Hugging, kissing and shaking hands while greeting
- Spitting in public places
- Taking medicines without consulting doctor
- Disposal of used napkin or tissue paper in open areas
- Touching surfaces usually used by public (Railing, door, gates, etc)