What You Need To Know About Corona Virus (Covid19)

The rapid spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 has sparked alarm worldwide. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared this rapidly spreading coronavirus outbreak a pandemic, and many countries are grappling with a rise in confirmed cases. In the UK, the NHS and government is advising people to be prepared for disruptions to daily life that will be necessary if the coronavirus spreads within communities. I have developed this page to keep you up to date with latest news. Schools will be closing this Friday 20th March if they haven't closed already. Self isolation is being advised for all and we are in LOCKDOWN. London is moments away from a lockdown and the rest of the country is moments away. These controlled measures are so the NHS can cope and help those that need medical attention. At the moment Germany has the lowest rates of deaths and Spain the highest. Maybe Germany has a robust health system or its in the early stages of the outbreak but it's something that will be looked into. 

Over the next few days and weeks more and more guidance will come to light, There are talks that high strength vitamin C may help but there is no evidence to back this up at the moment so we will need to wait and see. In the meantime if you suspect you have Coronavirus please use paracetamol and AVOID IBUPROFEN to control your temperature.
I've put together informative posts about coronavirus and planning ahead.with store cupboard ideas. 

So what is the Coronavirus (Covid19)?

COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.

Stay at home if you have coronavirus symptoms:
Stay at home if you have either:
  • a high temperature – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
  • a new, continuous cough – this means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours (if you usually have a cough, it may be worse than usual)
  • Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital.

Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.

How long to stay at home
  • if you have symptoms of coronavirus, you'll need to stay at home for 7 days
  • if you live with someone who has symptoms, you'll need to stay at home for 14 days from the day the first person in the home started having symptoms
  • If you live with someone who is 70 or over, has a long-term condition, is pregnant or has a weakened immune system, try to find somewhere else for them to stay for 14 days.
  • If you have to stay at home together, try to keep away from each other as much as possible.
How to avoid catching and spreading coronavirus (social distancing)
  • Everyone should do what they can to stop coronavirus spreading.
It is particularly important for people who:
  • are 70 or over
  • have a long-term condition
  • are pregnant
  • have a weakened immune system
DO:
  • wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
  • always wash your hands when you get home or into work
  • use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
  • cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze
  • put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards
  • avoid close contact with people who have symptoms of coronavirus
  • only travel on public transport if you need to
  • work from home, if you can
  • avoid social activities, such as going to pubs, restaurants, theatres and cinemas
  • avoid events with large groups of people
  • use phone, online services, or apps to contact your GP surgery or other NHS services
DON'T:
  • do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean
  • do not have visitors to your home, including friends and family
If you're at high risk:
  • The NHS will contact you from Monday 23 March 2020 if you are at particularly high risk of getting seriously ill with coronavirus. You'll be given specific advice about what to do.
  • Do not contact your GP or healthcare team at this stage – wait to be contacted.
Who is at Risk ?
You may be at a particularly high risk of getting seriously ill with coronavirus if you:
  • have had an organ transplant and are taking immunosuppressant medicine
  • are having chemotherapy or radiotherapy
  • have blood or bone marrow cancer, such as leukaemia
  • have a severe chest condition, such as cystic fibrosis or severe asthma
  • have another serious health condition
How coronavirus is spread:
  • Because it's a new illness, we do not know exactly how coronavirus spreads from person to person.
  • Similar viruses are spread in cough droplets.
  • It's very unlikely it can be spread through things like packages or food.

If you're pregnant and worried about coronavirus, you can get advice about coronavirus and pregnancy from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.

I'll keep this page updated so you stay up to date with Coronavirus. 
201k confirmed cases & 30,076 death in the UK. (updated 6/5/2020)

Stay safe!

Big Hugs

Van x
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