Coronavirus: How to protect yourself, others

Risk of infection can be cut by doing these: US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

Last updated: January 23, 2020 | 14:31

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Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Especialy before, during, and after preparing food. Hands should be washed before eating food.

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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. It is a common route to infection for many of the contagious diseases.

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Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Protect yourself with masks and gloves, in case you have to take care of someone . Wash thoroughly /disinfect your hands before and after caring for someone who is sick.

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If you have flu-like symptoms, stay at home. That is the best thing you can do to your friends and colleagues.

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When you are sick, avoid close contact with others including your family members.

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Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue while coughing or sneezing, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.

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Clean and disinfect things and surfaces that people are likely to touch.

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