It will almost be a month since the deadly COVID-19 pandemic has clenched us in it's fist. Amidst all the precautions and panic, there are certain myths that have surrounded us and have created unnecessary trepidation. Also, there are some very common yet important questions which are to be answered for the sake of better prevention and safety. So, here are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) answered to burst the myths and enhance the knowledge about the widespread Coronavirus.
● Are areas with hot and humid climate NOT vulnerable to the Coronavirus?
Ans- As seen in all the cases of COVID-19 so far, the virus can be transmitted in ALL AREAS, including areas with hot and humid weather. Regardless of climate, everyone must adopt all the necessary precautions to stay safe and healthy.
● Can the virus get transmitted through mosquito bite?
Ans- According to the WHO report of the WHO, till date there has been no information nor evidence to suggest that the virus can be transmitted through mosquito bite. COVID-19 is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. So it's better to take precautions and avoid close contact with anyone who is coughing and sneezing.
● Are hand dryers effective in killing the new Coronavirus?
Ans- No. Hand dryers are not effective in killing the 2019-nCoV. To protect yourself from the Coronavirus, you must frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.
● Does the Coronavirus affect older people, or are younger people also susceptible?
Ans- People of all ages can be infected by the new coronavirus. Older people and people with pre-existing medical conditions appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely I'll with the virus.
WHO has advised people of all ages to take all the necessary precautions to protect themselves from the virus by following good hand hygiene and good respiratory hygiene.
● Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating the new coronavirus?
Ans- No, antibiotics do not work against viruses, only bacteria. The new coronavirus is a virus and, therefore, antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment.
● Are there any specific medicines to prevent or treat the new coronavirus?
Ans- Till date, there is no specific medicine recommended to prevent or treat the new coronavirus. Some specific treatments are under investigation, and will be tested through clinical trials.
● How effective are thermal scanners in detecting people infected with the new coronavirus?
Ans- Thermal scanners are effective in detecting people who have developed a fever because of infection with the new coronavirus. However, they cannot detect people who are infected but are not sick yet with fever. This is because it takes 2 to 10 days before people who are infected become sick and develop a fever.
● Can alcohol-free sanitizers be used for the purpose of prevention?
Ans- No. Alcohol-free hand sanitizers contain something called benzalkonium chloride instead of alcohol which can only reduce the growth of germs, not kill them. Whereas, alcohol-based sanitizers are not only found to be effective at killing bacterias but also viruses including the influenza A virus, rhinovirus, hepatitis A virus, HIV and MERS-CoV. Hence, hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol in it can prevent the virus from spreading.
In this hour of panic, we expect everyone to be safe and stay indoors as much as possible and adopt precautionary measures. Let's take personal care, spread awareness about the new coronavirus and pray for speedy recovery and normalcy.
Source- WHO and Instagram
● Are areas with hot and humid climate NOT vulnerable to the Coronavirus?
Ans- As seen in all the cases of COVID-19 so far, the virus can be transmitted in ALL AREAS, including areas with hot and humid weather. Regardless of climate, everyone must adopt all the necessary precautions to stay safe and healthy.
● Can the virus get transmitted through mosquito bite?
Ans- According to the WHO report of the WHO, till date there has been no information nor evidence to suggest that the virus can be transmitted through mosquito bite. COVID-19 is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. So it's better to take precautions and avoid close contact with anyone who is coughing and sneezing.
● Are hand dryers effective in killing the new Coronavirus?
Ans- No. Hand dryers are not effective in killing the 2019-nCoV. To protect yourself from the Coronavirus, you must frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.
● Does the Coronavirus affect older people, or are younger people also susceptible?
Ans- People of all ages can be infected by the new coronavirus. Older people and people with pre-existing medical conditions appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely I'll with the virus.
● Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating the new coronavirus?
Ans- No, antibiotics do not work against viruses, only bacteria. The new coronavirus is a virus and, therefore, antibiotics should not be used as a means of prevention or treatment.
● Are there any specific medicines to prevent or treat the new coronavirus?
Ans- Till date, there is no specific medicine recommended to prevent or treat the new coronavirus. Some specific treatments are under investigation, and will be tested through clinical trials.
● How effective are thermal scanners in detecting people infected with the new coronavirus?
Ans- Thermal scanners are effective in detecting people who have developed a fever because of infection with the new coronavirus. However, they cannot detect people who are infected but are not sick yet with fever. This is because it takes 2 to 10 days before people who are infected become sick and develop a fever.
● Can alcohol-free sanitizers be used for the purpose of prevention?
Ans- No. Alcohol-free hand sanitizers contain something called benzalkonium chloride instead of alcohol which can only reduce the growth of germs, not kill them. Whereas, alcohol-based sanitizers are not only found to be effective at killing bacterias but also viruses including the influenza A virus, rhinovirus, hepatitis A virus, HIV and MERS-CoV. Hence, hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol in it can prevent the virus from spreading.
In this hour of panic, we expect everyone to be safe and stay indoors as much as possible and adopt precautionary measures. Let's take personal care, spread awareness about the new coronavirus and pray for speedy recovery and normalcy.
Source- WHO and Instagram
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