How to Follow WHO Guidelines for Healthy Living During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Healthy Living During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented global health crisis that has impacted the lives of millions of people across the world. A novel virus has caused a wide range of physical, mental, and economic health challenges for individuals, families, and communities. It has infected more than 110 million people and caused over 2.5 million deaths worldwide.

 

The pandemic has been a wake-up call for the entire world to pay attention to the importance of public health. Governments, healthcare organizations, and other stakeholders have had to work quickly to respond to the pandemic and implement measures to prevent the spread of the virus. These have included social distancing, travel restrictions, contact tracing, and the implementation of other health and safety protocols.

 At the same time, individuals have had to adjust to a “new normal” in their daily lives. This has included working from home, wearing masks, avoiding large gatherings, and ensuring social distancing.

 As the pandemic continues, it is important to remain vigilant and to follow the guidelines from the World Health Organization and local governments. This includes washing hands regularly, wearing a face mask, avoiding contact with sick people, and maintaining social distancing. These measures will help to reduce the spread of the virus and protect individuals and communities.

  WHO Guidelines

1. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

 2. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

 3. Stay at least 6 feet away from other people when in public.

 4. Wear a face covering when out in public and when around people who don’t live in your household.

 5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

 6. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects daily.

 7. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.

 8. Monitor your health daily for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19.

 9. Get tested if you have any symptoms or have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-

 10. Stay home as much as possible and limit contact with others outside your household.

 Refrences:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/healthy-living/index.html