During a pandemic, it is necessary to maintain social connections and keep abreast of news. Epidemiologist Syra Madad from New York stated this in a column for Business Insider.
The specialist noted that COVID-19 poses a threat to life and health, especially in anticipation of the onset of cold weather. Among the population, there is a phenomenon of “pandemic fatigue”, when people, against the background of a growing feeling of apathy, stop taking preventive measures. The epidemiologist noted that at this time it is necessary to maintain safe contact with family and friends. Sadad also recommended to collect a first-aid kit for all households with a supply of medicines for at least a month, to have supplies of non-perishable foodstuffs.
The doctor recommended keeping abreast of news on the spread of the pandemic, it is vital to receive up-to-date information from local health authorities. Nadad advised to avoid false information and be able to disclose fake messages from media and social networks. The most important way to protect yourself from the deadly virus – especially during the second wave of coronavirus – the expert called the preservation of health. “This can help reduce the risk of a severe outcome in the event of SARS-CoV-2 infection,” concluded Nadad.
In conclusion, the author noted that one should adhere to the basic prevention measures and promote them among loved ones and friends. “Wear a mask, maintain social distance, wash your hands and ventilate the area,” she said.
Earlier, Areg Totolyan, the director of the Pasteur Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology of Rospotrebnadzor, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, dispelled one of the myths about the coronavirus. There is a common misconception that the virus is spread by children, he said. The specialist emphasized that it is usually adults who infect children, and not vice versa.
