What is the travel advisory for Mexico during the COVID-19 pandemic?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommendation for travel to Mexico in light of the ongoing global health crisis is a Level 4, which advises travelers to avoid all travel to the country.
Can workers remove themselves from work if they believe it’s not safe due to COVID-19?
Workers have the right to remove themselves from any work situation that they have reasonable justification to believe presents an imminent and serious danger to their life or health, and should be protected from any undue consequences as a result of exercising this right.
What are the dangers of smoking my waterpipe during the coronavirus disease pandemic?
The main ingredient used in waterpipe is tobacco, and its use has both acute and long-term harmful effects on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems [24] [25], likely increasing the risk of diseases including coronary artery disease and COPD [26].The communal nature of waterpipe smoking means that a single mouthpiece and hose are often shared between users, especially in social settings [27]. In addition, the waterpipe apparatus (including the hose and chamber) itself may provide an environment that promotes the survival of microorganisms outside the body.
How does COVID-19 mostly spread?
The virus spreads mainly through the air when people are near each other. It leaves an infected person as they breathe, cough, sneeze, or speak and enters another person via their mouth, nose, or eyes. It might also spread via contaminated surfaces.
How long should you take dexamethasone for COVID-19?
WHO advises against the use of corticosteroids in the treatment of patients with non-severe COVID-19, unless the patient is already taking this medication for another condition. Time and duration of medication should be once daily for 7-10 days.
What preventative measures can I take against the coronavirus disease?
To prevent infection and to slow transmission of COVID-19, do the following:
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub.
- Maintain at least 1 metre distance between you and people coughing or sneezing.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
- Stay home if you feel unwell.
- Refrain from smoking and other activities that weaken the lungs.
- Practice physical distancing by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from large groups of people.
What foods will prevent you from catching COVID-19?
There is no single food that will prevent you from catching COVID-19.
Has COVID-19 been detected in drinking water supplies?
The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking-water supplies, and based on current evidence, the risk to water supplies is low.