Stop panicking, practise social distancing, say health experts

Stop panicking, practise social distancing, say health experts

With no vaccine available so far to curb the highly infectious Covid-19 coronavirus, planning and preparation are the best way to deal with the situation, health authorities and medical professionals have said.. The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre issued a fresh advisory to healthcare providers with measures to be taken for mild to moderate respiratory infections, severe acute respiratory infections and positive cases.. The centre has charted out preparations for a situation of self-quarantine as well as how to do it. ". Anticipate at least 14 days in isolation at home.. Try to have a two-week supply of non-perishable food items in the pantry.. For example, agree to drop groceries or other supplies at the front door.". Apart from being prepared for two-week isolation, the centre noted that those who are already in quarantine at home must avoid contact with others. ". Quarantine helps to slow the spread of infection across a population.". On the use of face mask, the centre said: "Wear a face mask when you are helping in closed contact with others.. Throw away disposable face masks after use.. Wash hands regularly with soap and water immediately after taking off a face mask and before touching anything