Coronavirus is a new virus that has affected large number of people worldwide, killing thousands of them. Due to this situation, it is important to know the symptoms in order to detect them and contact the health authorities. Thus, they can test us at home and we can help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Which are the symptoms?
Coronavirus is transmitted through respiratory secretions that infected people generate by coughing or sneezing. If these secretions reach the eyes, mouth or nose of a healthy person, they could become infected. In addition, if we touch contaminated surfaces with our hands and bring them to our faces, we can also become infected.
Symptoms related to coronavirus, which occur mildly in 80% of cases, are:
- Fever
- Cough
- Difficulty breathing
What can we do?
It is very important to always be attentive to your state of health and follow a series of recommendations to avoid the spread of the virus. Together we can stop it:
- If you have any of the symptoms (fever, cough or difficulty breathing), you should stay at home.
- If you are working, inform your company of your current situation and contact the telephone number enabled in the Canary Islands. If you call 900 112 061 they can assist you and advise you.
- Avoid contact with other people as much as possible. Coronavirus may not be a big problem for you, but it can affect groups at risk, such as the elderly people or those with respiratory problems.
- If your job allows it, opt for teleworking. In this way, you will not infect your office colleagues and prevent them from spreading it through their nearby circle.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. This is always important, but now it is even more so. Maintaining good hygiene is important to avoid contagion and spread.
- In the social networks and the website of the Ministry of Health of the Spanish Government you can find the latest information about the coronavirus in our country.