COVID-19: 10 Precautions That Every Pakistani Should Take Amid The Coronavirus Outbreak

On Monday, the nationwide tally hit 184 as Sindh confirmed 150 patients of the novel coronavirus.

The sudden spike in the number of cases left Pakistanis in terror.

ALARMING…..Imagine the severity of #coronavirusinpakistan Sindh reported 119 cases out of the 224 people tested. 800 remains to be tested. Punjab will be testing over 2000 in next few days. 15 out of 19 tested positive in KP.

— Mubashir Zaidi (@Xadeejournalist) March 16, 2020

Here are 10 precautions that every Pakistani must take to avoid falling victim to the deadly coronavirus.

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1. Wash your hands frequently throughout the day for at least 20 seconds.

2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth because that’s the way the virus could get into your body.

You can touch your face but only after you’ve washed your hands properly.

3. Keep a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when you’re outside.

While there is a shortage of hand sanitizers in the market, here’s how you can make one for yourself.

4. Do not use biometric verifications anywhere. (Be it ATMs or your office, just avoid it.)

5. Work from home or avail sick leaves even if you’re feeling slightly sick.

6. Utilize the option of online shopping whenever possible.

You don’t have to go out for grocery even. Several superstores (Al-Fatah, Metro) offer delivery services that you can avail.

7. Social distancing is the only way forward in this pandemic. So, avoid going to mosques and pray at home.

Don’t take the #coronavirus outbreak lightly. Preventing its spread is an obligation. Take all necessary steps & precaution towards this end. Remember, it’s now a #pandemic, global crisis. So we all have to play our part. Don’t harm others & don’t be a source of harm! Stay safe

— Mufti Menk (@muftimenk) March 16, 2020

Read: Coronavirus Outbreak Pakistan: Every Case Is To Be Taken Seriously Before It Gets Out Of Hands

8. Avoid physical contact with others as much as possible.

9. Try to maintain a distance of at least six feets when talking to others.

Try to keep at least six feet away from people and avoid direct physical contact. To learn more go to https://t.co/7B1807EejS #Coronavirus #COVID19 #PublicHealth #CoronavirusBalt pic.twitter.com/5Ca5BWakFy

— B'more City Health (@BMore_Healthy) March 13, 2020

10. Lastly, keep yourself well-informed and only rely on reliable sources to keep yourself away from false information.

FACT: Taking a hot bath does not prevent the new #coronavirus disease
Taking a hot bath with extremely hot water can be harmful as it can burn you.

👉🏽https://t.co/TdKoGmWrIr #COVID19 #KnowtheFacts pic.twitter.com/OXI89XNcx2

— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) March 6, 2020

Follow these precautions to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from the novel coronavirus!