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Protection measures for everyone Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. Many countries around the world have seen cases of COVID-19 and several have seen outbreaks. Authorities in China and some other countries have succeeded in slowing or stopping their outbreaks. However, the situation is unpredictable so check regularly for the latest news. You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions: - Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands. - Maintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing. Why? When someone coughs or sneezes they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease. - Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. Why? Hands touch many surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose or mouth. From there, the virus can enter your body and can make you sick. - Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately. Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses such as cold, flu and COVID-19. - Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority. Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections. - Keep up to date on the latest COVID-19 hotspots (cities or local areas where COVID-19 is spreading widely). If possible, avoid traveling to places – especially if you are an older person or have diabetes, heart or lung disease. Why? You have a higher chance of catching COVID-19 in one of these areas. Protection measures for persons who are in or have recently visited (past 14 days) areas where COVID-19 is spreading Follow the guidance outlined above (Protection measures for everyone) Self-isolate by staying at home if you begin to feel unwell, even with mild symptoms such as headache, low grade fever (37.3 C or above) and slight runny nose, until you recover. If it is essential for you to have someone bring you supplies or to go out, e.g. to buy food, then wear a mask to avoid infecting other people. Why? Avoiding contact with others and visits to medical facilities will allow these facilities to operate more effectively and help protect you and others from possible COVID-19 and other viruses. If you develop fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical advice promptly as this may be due to a respiratory infection or other serious condition. Call in advance and tell your provider of any recent travel or contact with travelers. Why? Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also help to prevent possible spread of COVID-19 and other viruses. (c) WHO, Int. Source: [Hidden Content] -
LOOK: DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #078 As of 8PM today, May 31, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 18,086. DOH also announces 101 recoveries reported today. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,909. NOTE: Today's fresh cases are based on the daily accomplishment reports submitted by only 15 out of 42 operational laboratories. Late cases reported from 28-31 May are based on the validation of complete line lists from 27 operational laboratories and the partial line list from 1 laboratory. No more late cases will be reported until the remaining 14 operational labs submit their line lists.
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LOOK: DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #079 As of 4PM today, June 1, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 18,638. In addition to the 119 fresh cases, 433 late cases were also reported today. These came from the ongoing aggressive data reconciliation of cases by the Epidemiology Bureau and daily reports that were submitted late. DOH likewise announces 70 recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,979.
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LOOK: DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #077 As of 8PM today, May 30, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 17,224. DOH also announces 88 recoveries reported today. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,808.
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LOOK: DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #076 As of 8PM today, May 29, 2020, the Department of Health reports the total number of COVID-19 cases at 16,634. DOH also announces 122 recoveries reported today. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,720.
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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #075 As of 4PM today, May 28, 2020, the Department of Health reports 539 new cases (PH15410-PH15588) of COVID-19. The total number of cases in the country is now at 15,588. NCR with an additional 330 new cases, 55 new cases from Region 7, 99 new cases from different regions and 55 new cases for repatriate. DOH also announces 92 new recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,598.
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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #074 As of 4PM today, May 27, 2020, the Department of Health reports 380 new cases (PH14670-PH15409) of COVID-19. The total number of cases in the country is now at 15,049. DOH also announces 94 new recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,506.
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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #073 As of 4PM today, May 26, 2020, the Department of Health reports 350 new cases (PH14320-PH14669) of COVID-19. The total number of cases in the country is now at 14,669. DOH also announces 86 new recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,412.
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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #072 As of 4PM today, May 25, 2020, the Department of Health reports 284 new cases (PH14036-PH14319) of COVID-19. NCR with an additional 171 new cases, 70 new cases from Region 7, and 43 new additional cases from different Regions. The total number of cases in the country is now at 14,319. DOH also announces 74 new recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,323.
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DOH COVID-19 CASE BULLETIN #071 As of 4PM today, May 24, 2020, the Department of Health reports 258 new cases (PH13778-PH14035) of COVID-19. NCR with an additional 195 new cases, 66 new cases from different Regions and 12 for Repatriate. The total number of cases in the country is now at 14,035. DOH also announces 72 new recoveries. This brings the total number of recoveries to 3,249.
