What are some of the long-term effects of COVID-19?
Long COVID can present with clusters of symptoms that are often overlapping and/or fluctuating. A systematic review has highlighted 55 different long-term effects but common symptoms of long COVID include breathlessness, headaches, cough, fatigue and cognitive impairment or ‘brain fog’. There is also emerging evidence that some people experience organ damage.
Can COVID-19 be considered an occupational disease?
If COVID-19 is contracted through occupational exposure, it could be considered an occupational disease and, if so determined, should be reported and compensated according to the international labour standards and the national schemes for employment injury benefits.
Can the coronavirus disease spread through food?
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Can you contract the coronavirus disease by touching a surface?
Like the common cold, coronavirus infection usually occurs through close contact with a person with novel coronavirus via cough and sneezes or hand contact. A person can also catch the virus by touching contaminated surfaces if they do not wash their hands.
Are elderly people more likely to experience serious complications of COVID-19?
Elderly people and those with underlying health conditions are much more likely to develop serious complications. Anyone who is suspected of having COVID-19, with a new continuous cough or high temperature, should not visit care homes or people receiving home care, and should self-isolate at home.
Do I need to quarantine at home if someone I live with gets COVID-19?
Stay at home for the full 10 days to avoid putting others at risk. If you develop symptoms while you are isolating, arrange to have a COVID-19 PCR test. If your test result is positive, follow the advice for people with COVID-19 to stay at home and start a further full 10 day isolation period..
What happens if more than 30 people gather during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The rule applies across England and replaces the existing ban on participating in gatherings of more than 30 and the current guidance on allowing two households to meet indoors.Now the only rule that people need to remember is to not participate in social gatherings of more than six people in any setting, indoors or outdoors.It remains the case that organisers and facilitators of larger gatherings of more than 30 people – such as unlicensed music events – can be subject to fines of up to £10,000.
What can I do to prevent getting sick with COVID-19?
The way to control this virus is the same, whatever the variant. It will not spread if we avoid close contact with others. Wash your hands, wear a mask, keep your distance from others, and reduce your social contacts.
What to do if we get in contact with unwell people during COVID-19 pandemic?
People who may have been in contact with a person who has become unwell should wash their hands thoroughly after the interaction, but they do not need to take any other specific action unless they develop symptoms themselves or are advised to do so by NHS Test and Trace. If they do develop symptoms they should follow the stay at home guidance..
Is it safe to use ibuprofen treat the symptoms of coronavirus disease?
The Commission on Human Medicines has now confirmed that there is no clear evidence that using ibuprofen to treat symptoms such as a high temperature can make coronavirus (COVID-19) worse. You can take paracetamol or ibuprofen to treat the symptoms of coronavirus.
What is the purpose of COVID-19 antibody tests?
Antibody tests are used to detect antibodies to the COVID-19 virus to see if it’s likely that you have had the virus before.The test works by taking a blood sample and testing for the presence of antibodies to see if you have developed an immune response to the virus.Antibody tests differ to virus swab tests, which test to see if you currently have the virus. An antibody test cannot test if you currently have the virus.
What are the guidelines for attending funerals during the covid-19 pandemic?
What should not be done while self-isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic?
You must not leave your home if you’re self-isolating.•do not go to work, school or public places – work from home if you can•do not go on public transport or use taxis•do not go out to get food and medicine – order it online or by phone, or ask someone to bring it to your home•do not have visitors in your home, including friends and family – except for people providing essential care•do not go out to exercise – exercise at home or in your garden, if you have one
What are the requirements for businesses to stay open during COVID-19 pandemic?
What happens if I do not wear a mask on public transport during the COVID-19 pandemic?
If you refuse to wear a face covering, you can receive a fine from the police or Transport for London enforcement officers. The fixed penalty notice will require you to pay £200, which is reduced to £100 if paid within 14 days.Repeat offenders receiving fines either on public transport or in an indoor place will have their fines doubled on each subsequent offence up to a maximum value of £6,400. After the first offence, there will be no discount. As an example, receiving a second fine will amount to £400 and a third fine will be £800. A sixth fine and all subsequent fines will be £6,400.
Can food or drink be consumed at a wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic?
No food or drink should be consumed as a part of the marriage or civil partnership ceremony unless required for the purposes of solemnisation..
What if your horse needs the attention of a farrier during the COVID-19 pandemic?
If your horse requires attention from a farrier, you should phone the farrier for advice to best meet your horse’s needs. You and the farrier should stay 2 metres apart and wash your hands before and after contact with the horse.