Introduction :

With the outbreak of novel coronavirus-2 (nCoV-2) declared a pandemic and an international public health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO), the entire world is working to address it. It is a rapidly evolving and emerging situation. In <5 months after the first emergence of the virus in December 2019, nearly two million people in 185 countries around the globe have been identified as confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) (1). Researchers across the world are working hard to understand better the biology of nCoV-2 and the epidemiology of the novel coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19). The estimated basic reproductive number of the virus is significantly higher than many other infectious diseases, and this can potentially result in the capacity of health facilities becoming overwhelmed, even in the countries that have the most developed healthcare systems (2). An estimated 20% of cases lead to clinically serious and complex conditions. With some sporadic cases of serious illness in younger individuals, adults >60 years of age and with co-morbid conditions make up the most vulnerable group.

Tips for prevention :

✅ Wash your hands often

✅ Cover your mouth & nose with mask when around others

✅ Cover coughs & sneezes

✅ Clean & disinfect surfaces

✅ Monitor your health daily

✅ Avoid close contact

✅ Avoid touching your face

✅ Avoid shaking hands & hugging people-for now

✅ Don't share personal items

✅ Take physical(social) distancing seriously

✅ Don't gather in groups

✅ Avoid drinking and eating in public places

✅ Wash fresh groceries

✅ Self quarantine if sick