{"id":1204,"date":"2021-12-16T11:41:24","date_gmt":"2021-12-16T09:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmup.eu\/covid-19\/"},"modified":"2021-12-16T11:59:08","modified_gmt":"2021-12-16T09:59:08","slug":"covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmup.eu\/en\/covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is the mode of transmission?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The virus is transmitted from person to person mainly through the respiratory tract with droplets from sneezing, coughing or talking. It can also be transmitted through contact with surfaces that have been recently contaminated with droplets if hand hygiene measures are not followed.<\/p>\n\n

When is a case of the disease considered more contagious?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

An incident is considered more contagious when it shows symptoms, but it could potentially transmit the infection 1-4 days before the onset of symptoms. The main transmission occurs during the symptomatic phase. The incident is considered to be no longer contagious 24 hours after the onset of symptoms.<\/p>\n\n

What are the symptoms of COVID-19 infection?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The main symptoms of the disease include the following: Fever, dry cough and discharge. Some experience sore throat, arthralgia \/ myalgia and nasal congestion. The symptoms are usually mild and about 80% of patients recover without the need for special treatment.<\/p>\n\n

Which patients are most at risk for developing a serious illness?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Some patients develop dyspnea (difficulty breathing) and possibly pneumonia, which requires hospitalization. People who belong to a high-risk group (eg, the elderly, heart patients, people with diabetes, liver disease or lung disease) are more likely to develop a serious illness.<\/p>\n\n

How long does SARS Co<\/strong>V-2<\/strong>survive on the surface?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

According to current data, the survival time of SARS CoV-2 on surfaces has not been documented. However it seems to behave like other coronaviruses. According to the results of studies, coronaviruses can remain on the surface for a few hours or up to several days. This can be influenced by factors such as surface type, temperature or ambient humidity. If there is a suspicion that a surface may be contaminated, then it should be cleaned with a simple disinfectant and then the hands should be cleaned with an alcoholic solution or washed thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth or nose.<\/p>\n\n

General<\/strong>COVID-19<\/strong>transmission prevention measures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Good ventilation is recommended in all enclosed spaces, as well as easy access to running water and soap, in order to observe the rules of hygiene.<\/p>\n\n

  1. The first line of defense against infection is careful hand hygiene. Frequent hand washing<\/strong> with soap and water is recommended for at least 20 seconds. If the hands are not visibly soiled, an alcoholic solution (at least 60% ethyl alcohol or 70% isopropyl alcohol) may be used as an alternative. The use of gloves is not a substitute for hand washing.<\/li><\/ol>\n

    Hands should be washed:<\/p>\n\n

    • After any direct contact with patient or patient’s body fluids (eg shawls)<\/li>
    • After contact with objects that have come in contact with respiratory or patient secretions<\/li><\/ul>\n
      1. Meticulous observance of hygiene measures<\/strong> such as:<\/li><\/ol>\n
        • covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing with the inside of the elbow or with a tissue which we discard in the trash<\/li>
        • Avoid contact of hands with mouth, nose or eyes to prevent germs from spreading<\/li><\/ul>\n
          1. Avoid contact<\/strong>with patients who have respiratory symptoms<\/li>
          2. We keep safe distances from those around us (> 1.5 meter)<\/li>
          3. We avoid painting spaces<\/li>
          4. If we show symptoms we seek medical help<\/li>
          5. The use of a mask retains the droplets and can reduce the spread of infection in the community.<\/strong> The main purpose of using the mask is toprotect the people around you if you are infected<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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