PowerPoint PresentationCoronavirus Mistakes You're Making Overview You're staying home. You're washing your hands for 20 seconds at a time. You're social distancing. But you've still got to function in the world, which means you're still at risk for catching the coronavirus, aka Covid-19. Here are some things that put you at risk. Read on, and to ensure your health and the health of others. membranes like the eyes, it might be in your best interest to break out those glasses you've been saving for emergencies—at least until the coronavirus pandemic subsides. Replacing lower your chances of transmission, glasses can also act as a protective barrier against aerosol transmission. may feel good, it's not as innocuous a habit as it may seem. Rubbing your eyes or touching your face, especially after contact with public surfaces. putting mascara on your kids when they're playing dress-up may not seem like a big deal, experts see things differently. It's possible for the tip of the mascara to be contaminated by coming in contact with the ocular secretions of someone who is COVID+.This is particularly problematic because of the high proportion of asymptomatic coronavirus carriers, meaning you could pick up the virus while running an errand and inadvertently transmit it to members of your household through shared eye makeup use. You're biting your nails habit, but during a pandemic, it's a potentially perilous one, too. Our fingers and nails can be the host of many germs, including the virus that causes COVID-19, especially if people are not washing their hands properly.When people bite their nails, they are immediately introducing any virus or bacteria on their hands directly into their mouths, putting them at risk for coronavirus and other illnesses. You may want to share a delicious bite of food with your loved ones, but that's not the best decision right now. When people share food or drinks with others, including those in their household, they are putting themselves or others at risk of contracting COVID-19. This also applies to using the same utensils as members of your household without washing them first—so no sneaking bites off your partner's plate. "The virus can be spread by sharing eating utensils and that delivery person's out on your front step doesn't necessarily mean you're effectively social distancing. In fact, opening the door without a mask is one of the biggest coronavirus mistakes people are making without even realizing it. If one is not going to social physical distance, then it should be common practice to wear masks at all times, except when eating and drinking. You're running non-essential pandemic activities. Jenkins says that running non-essential errands—basically anything putting you at risk. Stay at home orders are being lifted, so people are going out more, and hospitals are seeing an increase in positive virus infection cases. ….with an infected person or people showing flu-like symptoms. Of course you want to "be there" for your loved ones. But it's in their best interest, and yours, if they are quarantined. You're Having Underlying asthma, immunological disorders, diabetes, coronavirus. rate of 14.8 percent for patients over 80 years old and 8 percent for patients in their 70s. It decreased to 3.6 percent for people in their 60s and 1.3 percent for the 50-59 age group. The death rate for everyone under the age of 49 was below 0.5 percent—so clearly, age is one of the most major factors to consider. You're Ignoring Your Gender was at 2.8 percent higher in comparison to 1.7 percent for women. It is not clear why men are more susceptible and there are many theories related to lifestyle, i.e. smoking and drinking. The fact that men are also more likely to have high- risk pre-existing conditions might also be a factor. You're Visiting Crowded Places …like supermarkets, public transport, enforcing social distancing rules properly. Wash your hands after entering, or use hand sanitizer if a sink is not available. Wear rubber gloves if you can. And don't touch your face. And never, ever go to bars. You're Touching Things and don't touch your face. The CDC has clarified that they are not sure how badly the virus is transmitted on surfaces. There's a reason many gyms are closed: Many people touch gym equipment every day and viruses can survive on the surface for many hours. hundreds of people touch them every day, and you don't know where they've been. You're Having a Poor Diet This affects your immune system. The way how your body will respond to Covid-19 depends on the strength of your immune system. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, which are rich in vitamins C and E, plus beta-carotene and zinc You're Relying on Not Credible Sources Instagram to obtain advice or news regarding Covid-19? Not only can this make you needlessly anxious, but the news may be fake. You're "Escaping" Your City the country (or to another country) puts many people at risk as you may bring the virus with you and contribute to community spreading. This is mainly why the virus has spread to most countries around the world and continues to spread. You're Ignoring Any Symptoms they have only cold. In this way they contribute to virus spread. Stay at home and heal. You're Touching Fuel Pumps at Gas Stations Studies have shown that coronavirus can survive on surfaces for up to 5 days so the road trippers are at risk of Covid-19 infection. Fuel pumps are touched by hundreds of people every day and they are a great source of microorganisms. Therefore, it is important to wear disposable gloves to fill up your tank. Make sure you take them off, wash your hands or use a hand sanitizer before you head into a shop to buy a sandwich or chips. It is a good practice to keep disinfectant wipes in your car to clean your hands and surfaces. You're Seeking Alternative but there are plenty of fake cures circulating online. Bleach-based products, vitamin hairdryer, and iodine solutions can cause harm to your body and they don't give any benefits. You're Not Careful Around Pets If you live with pets, remember to quarantine yourself from them as well. There are no reports of pets becoming ill with Covid-19, but it's better if you stay away from your animal until more is known about the virus. It includes "petting, snuggling, being kissed or licked and sharing food. If you must care for your pet or be around animals while you are sick, wash your hands before and after you interact with pets and wear a face mask. You Know the Hygiene Guidelines—But Aren't Following Them All It may sound obvious, but practicing a good hygiene sometimes can be difficult. CDC recommendations include: • not touching your eyes, nose, and mouth • staying at home if you are sick • covering coughs or sneezes with a tissue • cleaning and disinfecting touched objects and surfaces using disinfectant wipes • wearing a face mask if you have symptoms of Covid-19 or you are a healthcare worker or you take care of someone who is sick • washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using a hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol. Conclusion The coronavirus pandemic has made us all acutely aware of our personal wellbeing, prompting us to stay indoors, wash our hands more diligently and frequently than ever before, and even adopt new habits like disinfecting our mail and deep-cleaning our homes on a regular basis. However, even the most diligent among us have a few blind spots when it comes to our coronavirus vulnerability. In many cases, normally conscientious folks are making major mistakes that could put them in harm's way.
