Covid 2019 – the name derived from Latin word ‘corona’ means crown or wreath. It is named so because of its crown-like spikes on its surface. The Corona Virus disease (COVID 2019) is an infectious disease having the ability to swiftly spread in multiple countries to put thousands of people at risk of death.
How does it spread? This virus spreads through inhaling respiratory droplets of saliva or nose discharge when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It spreads from person to person and also from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. This virus is believed to survive the longest on surfaces compared to others.
Common symptoms: High Fever, extreme tiredness, sore throat, dry cough, shortness of breath, aches and pains.
As per the current positive cases of corona virus worldwide, the most vulnerable souls are the ones who have a higher risk of developing severe disease, previous medical history or those over 60 years of age.
On 11th March 2020, WHO characterized the deadly corona virus outbreak as a pandemic. The term ‘pandemic’ is used for an infectious disease that significantly spreads person-to-person across the world at the same time. According to a recent report of WHO, the total numbers of COVID-19 infected has reached to a count of more than 4 lakhs and death tolls in thousands globally. India is on the third position in confirmed cases in the South East Asia Region and is on stage 2 of this pandemic outbreak severity.
How is the Government of India coping up with COVID 2019?
The Indian government is so far successful to contain the virus and maintain low infection rate relative to population size .The rate of transmission andnumber of cases are growing but not gradually as it was in the beginning. The Government announced Janta curfew on 22nd March followed by the whole Nation lockdown for 21 days as a preventive measure to stop oratleast, slow down the outbreak. The people are asked to stay home under quarantine.
A few highlights
- The central government has prohibited the export of hand sanitizer,ventilators and other ICU equipment.
- The Center has allocated around 15000 crore to strengthen health and infrastructure facilities.
- All domestic and international flights are officially suspended until the lockdown gets over.
- Commercial and private establishments, industrial establishments , public transport services , educational ,training ,coaching and research institute are closed.
- Only the essential services like Ration shops, ATMs, print & electronic media shops, Hospitals etceteraare accessible to everyone.
- All the state borders are closed so nobody can enter or exit from one state to another.
How are we supporting the cause to contain COVID 2019 outbreak?
As a responsible citizen of India, we at TraEminent India Tour are actively supporting the cause of making our country free from Corona Virus. For the same, we request our employees and all the citizens to adopt these measures into their daily life until the country gets virus free.
- Work From Home: All working professionals in every corner of the country are working from home to practice social distancing.
- Wash Hands Regularly: Everyone should wash their hands with soap or germ-killing liquid for minimum twenty seconds.
- Use Effective Sanitizer: After touching any external object or while outdoors, use a sanitizer with minimul 60% alcohol.
- Social Distancing: Avoid communicating with people who are sick or even your neighbors.
This is the time to stand united to stop the coronavirus spread and this can be done only if we follow the above steps religiously. Besides this, everyone should lead a healthy lifestyle to keep their immunity up and stay away from any such virus better.
Self tips to cope up with COVID 2019
We advise everyone to follow these effective measures, suggested by the WHO:
- Wash your hands with soap and water for minimum twenty seconds. If outdoors, only a hand sanitizer with minimum 60% alcohol base will be effective.2. Keep atleast 1 meter distance between you and person coughing or sneezing
- Cover your mouth while coughing or sneezing or do it in crook of your arm
- Stay home if you feel are unwell or sick and call a doctor at home for further assistance.
- Avoid smoking and other activities which weaken the lungs
- Refrain from travelling, maintain social distancing and avoid any form of social gathering
To conclude, we appeal all the citizens of India and the world to support the need of the hour and act responsible. Kindly stay home in this covid 2019 situation and spend quality time with your family and most importantly, yourself! Remember, this too shall pass and if everyone stands united, the 21-day lockdown ordeal shall fade away soon.
