What is COVID-19?
COVID-19 is a type of virus. The shape of this particular virus resembles a crown. This virus is known to affect humans, animals and birds. This virus is contagious and spreads like a cold or seasonal flu.
How does COVID-19 spread?
The COVID-19 virus can spread in the following ways –
- through droplets exhaled when an infected person coughs or sneezes
- direct contact with an infected person
- Touching surfaces touched by an infected person, such as doorknobs and handrails
Signs of COVID-19
The symptoms of the COVID-19 virus are similar to those of the flu. They experience difficulty breathing, high fever, and coughing attacks. Problems arise when this infection spreads to the lower respiratory system. This is when it can lead to pneumonia and be fatal. Older people are especially vulnerable to this virus. According to statistics, most of the dead were elderly. This is because older people tend to have weaker immune systems than other age groups.
Another group vulnerable to COVID-19 are people with comorbidities. This includes people with ailments such as hypertension, hypertension, and kidney problems. If you think you have signs or symptoms of COVID-19, we encourage you to go to your nearest clinic and get tested. A throat and swab test will be done to determine if you have an infection.
Can COVID-19 be treated?
Currently, the disease is treated with a combination of antiviral drugs. There is no vaccine to prevent this disease, but serious efforts are being made to create a vaccine as soon as possible.
COVID-19 and India
First case of COVID-19 reported on 30thth This case was reported in Kerala. I was a student returning from Wuhan, China (the epicenter of the outbreak). The outbreak in India accelerated in March. From less than 100 cases in early March, the number of cases in India has gradually increased. Most of the cases in India were foreigners, especially returnees from the Middle East, Europe and China. Current situation of COVID-19 in India
measures taken by the government
The Indian government announced a nationwide lockdown on the 24th.th march. It is implemented nationwide to prevent community-acquired infections. Lockdowns are a tool used by governments around the world as a last resort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Countries such as China, Italy and Spain have implemented strict lockdown measures in their own countries, slowing the spread of COVID-19 to some extent.
The lockdown closed all state borders to limit the movement of people. Only essential items such as medicines, groceries and other medical equipment are allowed to be moved. Likewise, rail and air traffic has come to a complete halt. The government has also started developing COVID-19 hospitals to meet the growing need to provide separate medical units for COVID-19 patients. Entrepreneurs and businesses are encouraged to boost the production of COVID-19 test kits, masks and ventilators to support the healthcare sector. At the same time, the federal government and various state governments have also issued health advisories in the public interest to spread awareness about the disease. Includes steps to take.
What can we do to help governments during this time?
As responsible citizens of this country, all of us must adhere to government issued guidelines.
Here are government recommendations for COVID-19 prevention:
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water. If you don’t have soap, you can use an alcohol-based sanitizer to clean your hands.
- Always practice social distancing. This is necessary to break the chain of transmission.
- Stay away from sick people.
- If you suspect you have been in contact with an infected person, isolate yourself at home.
- Do not leave your home unless absolutely necessary.
- Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.
- Please maintain strict hygiene standards.
The government has created a fund to raise money to deal with the aftermath of the pandemic. Many companies and individuals are offering large donations to help those in need. At this time we can also donate to help those in need. So you can keep social distance to prevent infection. In an emergency, only one person should leave the house. The virus spreads so easily that staying home is the best thing you can do right now.
If anyone needs to go out, take the necessary precautions before doing so. Carry sanitizer if possible and wear a mask. This is the time when we must stand up and take responsibility as citizens to get through the COVID-19 crisis successfully.
