The disruption and economic fallout caused by the ongoing pandemic is proof enough of its hazardous and deadly nature. Covid-19, a virus that spreads rapidly from one individual to another, has been attacking many lives and is shaping stronger each day. The arrival of this peril saw major shifts and changes that were never seen before. Work from home concept, curbing down the entries to malls and amusement parks to 50%, only vaccinated individuals allowed to access the public transport and other services and many more. All these measures adopted were to combat this deadly virus in the best interest.
WHO has laid down many guidelines amid the rising situations under the guidance of national ministers and experts. These protocols are devised to ensure that all of us are safe and unaffected from the deadly pandemic while affirming our daily commitments.
What is Omicron Virus?
Omicron, a variant of Coronavirus, is now taking shape and is affecting the populations in most of the countries. While many countries are stepping down to lockdown and other measures to tackle the erupting situation, many have already posed certain pandemic rules to be followed by every citizen.
The Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been termed a variant of concern by WHO that says that it has several mutations that may impact its behavior.
Omicron Virus Symptoms
Muscle ache
Scratchy throat
Fatigue
Night Sweats
Headache, and more
Omicron, despite being a deadly virus, can be fought provided we follow some rules and stick to the basics of safety amid the ongoing pandemic.
Here we have enlisted 10 safety rules that one must remember before stepping out.
Wash your hands with a disinfectant.
Before you step out, ensure to wash your hands with a good disinfectant soap. Dettol or Savlon or brands alike are well known to provide maximum safety for hours. Make sure that your hands are clean enough.
Wear a good quality Face Mask.
Isn't that the need for an hour? Our life these days is predominated by sanitizers and face masks. Well, amidst the perils, these are the only best friends that we can count upon.
Never forget to cover your face with a good quality mask that provides sufficient air passage while barricading external radicals to enter inside your mouth. Also, carry a pair of extra face masks for emergencies.
Marry your Sanitizers!
As aforesaid, sanitizers are one of the most trustworthy these days. Ensure to sanitize your hands, knees, and feet before stepping out. Always carry a bottle of sweet-smelling sanitizer and keep sanitizing your hands whenever you tend to touch and external things that aren't protected.
Wear loose, comfortable, and long-sleeved apparel.
Make sure that your outfit covers the maximum parts of your body. A long sleeves top and comfortable pants are the most preferred. As you protect your body, the chances of the virus attacking you curbs down.
Keep a cotton fabric handy.
Do not forget to place some cotton wipes or a piece of cotton fabric in your bag. Use them to clean your face, sweat, or dry hands. A piece of clean cloth is a must to ensure that you remain clean and wiped throughout the day!
Avoid close contact
Avoid close contact with anyone throughout the day. Ensure that you have a safe distance from people, especially in crowded places like parks, malls, or streets. The more you stay away, the closer and secure you and your loved ones remain.
Get vaccinated
Getting your vaccination dose is one of the best health tips to stay protected and avoid catching the virus. The doses boost your immune system and hence, reduce the risk of catching the new variants.
Avoid meeting in closed spaces
Do not gather in closed or poorly ventilated spaces as there can be a high chance of transmitting the virus when people are in close contact without major social distancing.
Step out only for the essentials
Always remember, your life is more important than temporary joy. Therefore, before stepping out for merely any reason, ask yourself is this important? If things can be done from the comfort of your home, then why not stay home? Only head out when the situation demands.
Do not consume street food
Wandering by the streets, we’re often lured by the delectable street food items and instantly hop onto consuming them. However, hygiene and quality does matter. So before you begin devouring your favorite food, make sure the vendor is wearing gloves and preparing the items in a hygienic manner.
These are a few safety tips by Sororedit that must be followed amid the growing concern of the spreading virus. You can also check out blogs by our Super Doctors for more information on various health topics. Always remember, the more safety you take, the safer people around you become!
Team SOROR
( Singapore )