The current COVID-19 pandemic can affect any of us. The World Health Organization and UK government have proposed several safety guidelines that you should follow. Here are some of the health items you should have at home and in your workplace to stay safe during the crisis.
1. Disinfectant and antiseptics
When cleaning, you need a high-quality disinfectant such as CaviCide. The floors and other surfaces in your home or workplace should be disinfected regularly. Things such as desktops, keyboards, telephones, light switches and door handles. It’s believed that the Covid-19 virus can survive for days on certain hard surfaces. In addition to the virus, disinfectant is useful for removing bacteria, mould and other germs that can lead to illness. As well as routinely washing your hands, you should keep hand sanitiser close by and use it when soap & water aren’t available.
2. Face masks
Wearing a face mask is beneficial. It helps to keep the wearer safe from airborne particles and, if they are infected, it helps prevent the spread of the virus to other people with whom they come into contact. A reusable face mask is preferable because it’s cost effective and is more eco-friendly than single-use, disposable varieties. A well-made and fitted mask with additional filter layers will offer a high level of protection to you, family members and work colleagues.
3. Eye protection
Eyes have a mucus membrane that can get contaminated, leading to the spread of germs. You can wear goggles to keep the eyes protected from possible cases of infection. Make a habit of wearing a face mask and goggles each time you plan to go to areas where there are many people. For instance, into a busy town to visit a supermarket or on public transport. There are high chances that you’ll be around a lot of people in these places. An eye shield will reduce the chances of germs from people coughing & sneezing from landing on your face.
4. Disposable gloves
It’s a good practice to wear nitrile or latex gloves to protect your hands. Ensure you clean and store the gloves effectively to avoid possible cases of contamination. Using gloves will protect your hands from coming into physical contact with germs. You can be exposed to the virus when touching objects and surfaces. As previously mentioned, metallic and other hard surfaces can harbour the virus for several days. You can unknowingly touch the virus and end up contracting the disease or spreading infection. The application of gloves can reduce these risks.
5. First aid kit
During a crisis, you, your family or work colleagues may be faced with an emergency. It will be useful to be able to offer first aid at home or in the workplace and manage some of the health issues there. It will reduce the need to visit crowded hospitals where infected people could be spreading the virus. An emergency first aid kit will play a significant role in enabling you to offer treatment and keeping you safe. Ensure the first aid kit is accessible, portable and that all your family members or work colleagues are trained on how to use it.
6. Over-the-counter medication
There are common medications that people use to manage a wide range of health complications. Having pain killers, fever reducers, anti-diarrhoea medicine, cough suppressants and other over the counter medication is recommended to manage minor cases of illness at home and make the patient more comfortable. Hospitals and doctor surgeries are likely to be overstretched during an emergency so it makes sense to isolate at home and treat from there where possible.
7. Probiotic supplements
Develop healthy habits to improve your immunity. People with strong immunity are less likely to fall sick. They can better withstand the symptoms of the virus too. There are several changes you can make to your routine to enjoy a healthy life. Check on your diet and fit exercise into your daily routine. Healthy eating involves a balanced diet from different food groups including vegetables & fruit, high fibre, starchy foods, and proteins from meat, fish, eggs, beans or pulses. The addition of vitamin & mineral supplements and probiotics to introduce healthy gut bacteria can also be considered.
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