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Covid 19 awareness e booklet_By HDFC ERGO HEALTH
COVID-19 is part of a large family of coronaviruses that can cause illnesses ranging from mild to severe respiratory diseases. To protect yourself, regularly wash hands, maintain social distance, and avoid close contact with symptomatic individuals. The document also debunks common myths about the virus's survival in different climates and emphasizes staying home for safety.
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- 2. Coronaviruses are alarge family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe respiratory diseases. In severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death. COVID-19 is now a matter of concern. Here’s a guide to help you through it. CONSULT A DOCTOR IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: BODY ACHES COUGH FEVER FATIGUE DIFFICULTY IN BREATHING Source: World Health Organization
- 3. HERE’S HOW YOUCAN PROTECT YOURSELF: Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds (While you wash your hands for 20 sec, do remember to close the tap to save water.) Cover mouth with elbow/tissue while coughing & sneezing Limit travel within and outside the country Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms such as coughing & sneezing Limit your social interactions Stay at home as much as possible Cook meat and eggs thoroughly Source: World Health Organization
- 4. THINGS TO REMEMBERWHEN IN PUBLIC PLACES MAINTAIN A DISTANCE FROM PEOPLE 1 M KEEP SANITIZER WITH YOU ALWAYS DON’T SHAKE HANDS, GREET PEOPLE WITH A “NAMASTE” INSTEAD THINGS YOU MUST KEEP IN MIND Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early Source: World Health Organization AVOID TOUCHING EYES, NOSE AND MOUTH
- 5. Source: Ministry OfHealth & Family Welfare
- 6. Source: Ministry OfHealth & Family Welfare
- 7. Source: Indian Councilof Medical Research
- 8. Source: Indian Councilof Medical Research
- 9. MYTH BUSTED STAY SAFE,STAY HEALTHY. The virus does not survive in warm climates Cold weather and snow kills the virus Spraying alcohol/chlorine all over your body will kill the virus. Not true. The virus can be transmitted in ALL areas. Not true. Human body temperature remains around 36.5-37 degrees regardless of the external temperature. No, this will not kill the viruses that have already entered your body. Source: World Health Organization
- 10. STAY HOME, STAYSAFE GO DIGITAL FOR YOUR DAILY NEEDS STAY APART BUT UNITED WITH HEALTH Health Jinn Renew policy, Submit & track claims, update policy details, get network hospital list, etc. Buy and renew policy online Health Insurance Electricity/Water bills Groceries MedicinesBanking Transactions Insurance
- 11. It is strictlyfor awareness purpose only. HDFC ERGO Health Insurance Limited (Formerly known as Apollo Munich Health Insurance Co. Ltd.) Registered Office: 101, First Floor, Inizio, Cardinal Gracious Road, Chakala, Opposite P & G Plaza, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 069, Maharashtra, India • Tollfree : 1800 102 0333 • Tel : +91 124 4584333 • Email: [email protected] • IRDAI Reg. No.: 131 • For more details on risk factors, terms and conditions please read sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale. CIN: U66030MH2006PLC331263 • Trade Logo displayed above belongs to HDFC Ltd and ERGO International AG and used by the Company under license. T&C Apply. ARN: HDHI/A AM/C 2020/003. Sources: World Health Organization I Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare I Indian Council of Medical Research