Introduction
As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to take all necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones from the virus. To help you stay safe, virus experts have compiled a list of seven tips you must follow to avoid COVID. From eating the right foods to practicing good hygiene, these tips will help you stay healthy and safe during this difficult time. So, if you want to stay safe and healthy, read on to learn the seven tips you must follow to avoid COVID, according to virus experts.
7 Tips You Must Follow to Avoid COVID, Say Virus Experts — Eat This Not That
As the world continues to grapple with the novel coronavirus pandemic, experts are offering advice on how to stay safe and healthy. Here are seven tips from virus experts on how to avoid COVID-19:
1. Wear a Mask
Wearing a face mask is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and others from the virus. Make sure to wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth when you are in public or around people who don’t live in your household.
2. Practice Social Distancing
Maintain a distance of at least six feet from other people when you are in public. This will help reduce the risk of spreading the virus.
3. Wash Your Hands Frequently
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
4. Avoid Touching Your Face
The virus can enter your body through your eyes, nose, and mouth, so it’s important to avoid touching your face. If you do touch your face, make sure to wash your hands first.
5. Disinfect Surfaces
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as doorknobs, countertops, and light switches, to help reduce the spread of the virus.
6. Stay Home When You’re Sick
If you are feeling sick, stay home and avoid contact with other people. This will help prevent the spread of the virus.
7. Eat This, Not That
Eating a healthy diet can help boost your immune system and protect you from the virus. Choose foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, and foods high in saturated fat.
COVID cases are drastically decreasing, but experts warn there will likely be an uptick soon because of the surge currently happening overseas. Although guidelines have been relaxed in many areas, taking precautionary measures is key in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 and catching the virus. Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with experts who share their tips on staying healthy. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.
It can happen to you. You can get COVID. Understand this reality. Dr. Syeda Amna Husain, a doctor who has partnered with Abbott emphasizes, “There is a slim chance of not contracting COVID if you haven’t been infected yet in the last two years given the surges and the variants that have evolved. Remember, contracting SARS COV 2 doesn’t mean you’ve failed or lost. It’s ok and there shouldn’t be shame in the diagnosis.”
Dr. Husain shares, “The safest thing you can do for your health is get vaccinated and boosted, which we know decreases the risk of severe disease and hospitalization.”
Dr. Javeed Siddiqui MD/MPH, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at TeleMed2U reminds us to wear a mask. “Please remember, masks work! Masks not only protect you but others. Unvaccinated and immune-compromised individuals should be wearing masks when they are in public areas and indoor environments outside their homes.”
Dr. Siddiqui says, “Please remember to cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing and remind others to do the same. Again, the value of wearing a mask.”
“Please do not forget to wash your hands or use hand sanitizing gel and again if you are sick or not feeling well, please stay at home,” Dr. Siddiqui states.
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Donna Schisler RN, BSN Clinical Manager with Advantis Medical says, “People can have COVID and be asymptomatic. Maintain social distancing and avoid contact whenever possible, even if the person looks healthy.”
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Schisler reminds us to, “Sanitize or avoid touching anything that comes in contact with multiple people like groceries, deliveries, door handles, and railings. Sanitizers must have minimum 60% ethanol and be alcohol based to be effective.” So follow the public health fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated or boosted ASAP; if you live in an area with low vaccination rates, wear an N95 face mask, don’t travel, social distance, avoid large crowds, don’t go indoors with people you’re not sheltering with (especially in bars), practice good hand hygiene, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don’t visit any of these 35 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch COVID.