How do I care for someone with Covid 19 symptoms at home?

Take note of these practical tips if someone in your household suspects they have coronavirus, or are waiting for test results, or have tested positive with mild symptoms.

• Assign one person who is in good health to be the carer.
• Isolate the patient for 14 days in a well ventilated room
• Monitor the symptoms and take the temperature twice daily
• Use separate linen and utensils for the patient
• Wash the patients clothes, bed linen and towels separately at 60-90 degrees and dry thoroughly
• Disinfect surfaces in the bedroom and bathroom daily and after bathroom use if it is a shared space.
• Double bag waste and store for 5 days before disposal

If symptoms persist after 7 days get help from a healthcare provider or call the coronavirus health line – 021 9284102 for advice

Furthermore, get to know the most common symptoms , take practical steps to build your immune system and learn how to treat the patient if the need arises.

Symptoms can include a new continuous cough, fever, shortness of breath when moving around, loss of appetite , taste and smell.

If you have been diagnosed or have symptoms but can’t get tested-  the following  rules will apply.  STAY home for 14 days, STAY calm, STAY in touch with friends and family by phone or video call.  AVOID  visitors or visiting, public transport, work and shopping.

Know the difference between Isolation and Quarantine.

Isolation is when you have tested positive or have symptoms – you need to avoid contact with people for 14 days

Qurantine is when you have been exposed to someone with the virus even if you don’t have symptoms. The rules are the same ; avoid contact with people for 14 days.

Eat healthy meals, drink water (Hydrate) , sleep well and stay active.

Supplement with Vitamin D3 , Vitamin C, Zinc and Olive leaf tincture.

Take Panado for fever and pain

Drink warm water with lemon and honey

Gargle with warm salt water daily and steam with eucalyptus oil to improve breathing.

Avoid steroids and prescription  drugs mentioned on social media unless advised by medical staff in hospital.

Feel Free to Connect with Myself or one of our Pharmacists for any questions on Medication and Immune Boosting Supplements.

Make use of our Delivery Services ,

Simply Whatsapp your orders or questions to to 0833007720

Be prepared, stay calm and build good health.

Treat the symptoms if they manifest and give love and support to those who need help.

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