"Protect Yourself While Also Protecting Others"

by Sr. GS Louise Antoniette Daquilanea

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected and is still affecting thousands of people. And this caused a massive effect on each of us. It has rapidly affected our daily life and businesses. Many of us had suddenly been forced to adjust to a “new normal” way of life. Brave people survived and some lost their lives fighting against this deadly virus. To fight it, we needed to make sacrifices and develop a coping mindset.

The cases are still arising so we should do our own part to prevent it from winning over everything. Always observe proper health protocols and follow the advice provided by our local health authority are among the things that we could possibly do to lessen the spread.

Here are some health protocols to protect ourselves and others around us by knowing the facts and taking appropriate precautions:

• Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub.

• Maintain a safe distance from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.

• Wear a mask when physical distancing is not possible.

• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth frequently especially when you haven't sanitized your hands.

• Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.

• Stay at home if you feel unwell or obtain medical care right away.

• If you have a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, immediately seek medical attention.

We should help each other because no one is safe until everyone is safe.

We’re all in this together.