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Health and Safety Tips for Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic
By: Sheila Johnson
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused so many unprecedented changes that it’s hard to keep up with the latest advice. It’s also hard to keep anxiety levels in check when you’re surrounded by news updates and are no longer able to do your usual activities. Below, find out what you need to know to navigate the crisis.
Know Your Risk
COVID-19 can be serious for anyone who gets sick, but some groups are at a higher risk than others.
- If you have health conditions such as chronic lung disease or diabetes, you have a higher risk of severe illness.
- Contrary to what some believe, young, healthy people can also develop serious illness.
- There are far fewer cases of COVID-19 in children, but some cases can still be severe.
How to Keep Yourself and Others Safe
There are many ways to limit the spread of infection, such as staying home, wearing a face mask, and social distancing.
- It’s generally a good idea to stay at home and only leave for essential reasons.
- Preparing to work at home is one of the best ways to limit contact.
- The CDC recommends that you wear a cloth face mask when out in public.
- Medical-grade masks like N95 respirators should be saved for the medical professionals.
- If you use a mask, make sure to keep it clean and wear it properly.
- Make sure to wash your hands often.
Eating Well and Exercising
Preventing the spread of infection isn’t the only thing you can do to stay healthy. Here’s how to eat well and stay active.
- Make sure you make each grocery shopping trip
- Consider having some of your grocery essentials delivered with a handy service.
- Exercising at home is a good way to stay active.
- You can still exercise outdoors as long as you practice social distancing.
Cleaning Tips
Regardless of whether you stay at home all the time or have to leave for essential trips, it’s important to clean and disinfect your home regularly.
- Sanitize your kitchen and other commonly-used rooms on a regular basis.
- Make sure to frequently wipe down high-touch areas with a disinfectant.
- Consider hiring a professional cleaner for a one-time deep clean or for weekly sessions.
Experts are learning new things about COVID-19 on a daily basis, so it’s important to follow the latest updates. Because situations can change quickly, being informed is the best way to keep your family healthy.
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