Coronavirus prevention (also good for general virus prevention):
Maintain good hygiene:
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces once per day with regular household disinfectant containing one part bleach to nine parts water.
Flush toilet with the lid down – the virus may also be present in stool.
Wash your hands often and thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use disposable paper towels when possible.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or into your sleeve when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues into a lined trash can in your room before disposal. Immediately wash your hands.
Suspected Virus (Coronavirus or other):
If you suspect you may have a virus or coronavirus, and are not having difficulty breathing, it is best to stay home and isolate yourself while you get better. If you are having difficulty breathing please call the local emergency room and ask them how to proceed (they may have separate entrances etc). If you are unsure of what to do, please book a phone appointment with your doctor if available.
HOW TO ISOLATE YOURSELF:
Stay home
Remain in your home except to get urgent medical care.
Do not go to work, school, or public areas (e.g. places of worship, stores, shopping malls, and restaurants). Your doctor may provide you with a note excusing you from work or school.
Cancel non-urgent appointments.
Do not use public transportation or taxis.
Notify health care facilities before you visit
Call ahead before visiting a health care facility, and advise them that you have or are being tested for novel coronavirus.
Remind health care providers when you arrive. This will help health care facilities to take steps to keep other people from becoming infected.
Separate from household members
If you have a mask, use it in shared spaces or maintain a two metre distance from household members.
Stay and sleep in a well-ventilated room separate from other people.
Use a separate bathroom if available.
Household members should stay in another
home or place of residence if possible, especially if they have compromised immune systems or chronic health conditions.
Restrict visitors until you recover.
Avoid sharing household items such as dishes, cups, eating utensils, towels, bedding, or other items. After using these items, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
Monitor your symptoms
Seek medical attention if you have trouble breathing, are unable to drink fluids, or if your illness is getting worse.
Notify health care facilities and health care providers (e.g. emergency departments, ambulance paramedics, doctor’s offices) before you visit.
Wear a face mask when you visit a health care facility.
If your mask gets wet or dirty, change it.
Face masks are available at the entrance to health care buildings. N95 respirator masks are not required.