GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a new respiratory illness that can easily be spread from person to person.
2. COVID-19 is spread through contact with droplets produced by a person who is sneezing or coughing or contaminated surfaces or objects.
3. COVID-19 can cause severe symptoms like fever, cough, headache, body aches and difficulty in breathing.
4. COVID-19 is preventable through;
• Washing your hands with soap and running water or using an alcohol based hand sanitizer.
• Keeping a social distance of at least 2 metres or 2-3 steps from people.
• Avoiding shaking hands, hugging or kissing people.
• Wear a Mask in public, cars or when going to the supermarket.
• Stay at home, avoid travel and be safe.
5. Early detection and treatment can contribute greatly to survival of the patient.
6. COVID-19 cannot be transmitted through air.