Coronavirus: How to protect yourself, others

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

Published: January 23, 2020 12:07 Jaya Chandran, Senior Web Editor

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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. Image Credit:

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1.2082659-852024488 — Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. It is a common route to infection for many of the contagious diseases. Image Credit: Getty Images

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Flu — 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. Image Credit: Supplied

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Sugar-cancer — If you have flu-like symptoms, stay at home. That is the best thing you can do to your friends and colleagues. Image Credit: iStock

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WLD 200122 Coronavirus 32-1579685109960 — When you are sick, avoid close contact with others including your family members. Image Credit: AP

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OPN 191226 FLU-1577353924739 — Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue while coughing or sneezing, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands. Image Credit:

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PG1 CHILD BACTERIA6 (Read-Only) copy — Clean and disinfect things and surfaces that people are likely to touch. Image Credit: Gulf News

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