Here are the most common fears about the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus is the most dangerous and deadly virus
There are viruses and more dangerous! Even flu worse, because every year more and more people get sick with it. The exact prognosis of mortality from COVID-19 is impossible to say, but 80% of cases have mild symptoms and recover quickly enough.
Mask protects against the virus
Lightweight disposable masks offer little benefit. Yes, they can protect from splashes, drops, but since they do not fit tightly, the virus can easily get into the nose, mouth and eyes. This disease is transmitted through hands, because we often touch our face with them. Therefore, we recommend that you wash your hands thoroughly and do not touch your face.
There is a medicine that helps to heal
Coronavirus cannot be treated antibiotics. At the first symptoms, you need to drink water, stay in bed and rest. And the main thing is to stay at home so that relatives do not get infected.
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Spraying disinfectants on yourself will help protect
It is not true! And yet - such substances are often harmful to the skin. However, disinfectants are effective in treating surfaces and preventing transmission of the virus.
Ordering goods from other countries can transmit the virus
This is not true, because coronavirus can stay alive on surfaces for a long time. Therefore, it is unlikely that you will receive it with packaging that has been in transit for several days.
You will be interested to know:
- 7 easy ways to protect yourself from coronavirus;
- instructions for those who have felt the symptoms of coronavirus;
- top tips on how to keep your child safe from coronavirus.