Episode 19
Yo! There is time for everything, a time to plant and a time to harvest, a time to sow and a time to reap, having said that I know you were expecting some hair tip, or great skin revelation, or for me to talk about the next big event I am about to host, but right now, the only thing I want to talk about is the one thing that is bugging everyone’s mind right now, “ The Corona Virus”. Listen, this ish is taking over the news right now as it is a trending issue and I know we are all scared but, please do not panic okay! Just protect yourself.
A lot of men have been asked to shave their beards, and people have been advised not to wear bend down select aka, used clothes from now as we know they usually come from abroad. Now in the midst of all this, I am more worried for the older folks who can’t be as cautious as the younglings are. Are you worried like I am for your older relatives? here is what I gathered.
According to (CNN), The novel coronavirus can infect anyone, but it’s older adults — ages 60 and up — that are more likely to get seriously sick from it.
Some tips are applicable to every generation, but there are specific precautions older adults should take to protect their health.
CNN spoke to two geriatricians and pulled guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assemble what people 60 and up need to know about the novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus and older adults: What to know and how to prepare
People ages 60 and up are at higher risk of novel coronavirus infection. Symptoms include fever, dry cough and difficulty breathing, and it’s primarily spread between people. Here’s how older adults can prepare and protect themselves from the novel coronavirus. This guidance comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Drs. Carla Perissinotto and Samir Sinha, both geriatricians.
Note: Recommendations for Covid-19 may change as officials learn more, so monitor your local health department and the CDC for updates.
Rule no.1 Take precautions
• Cancel non-essential doctor’s appointments
• Schedule telehealth sessions for appointments you can’t miss
• Designate an emergency contact
• Wash your hands frequently (scrub for 20 seconds with soap and water)
• Use hand sanitizer when soap isn’t available
Rule no. 2 Stock up
• Make sure you have enough groceries and household products to last you a “prolonged period of time” at home
• Prescription medication may be difficult to get ahead of time, so consider mail ordering
Rule no. 3 Travel
• Avoid non-essential plane travel
• Don’t go on a cruise —— cruise ship passengers are at a higher risk of infection
Rule no. 4 Life
• Stay at home as much as possible if you live in an area where there’s an outbreak
• In public, avoid crowds and poorly ventilated buildings
• Keep several feet of distance from people
• Wash your hands with soap after going in public
• And If you need to isolate, keep in touch with family and friends
Rule no. 5 If you think you’re sick
• Call your doctor before going in for a test
• Don’t use public transportation and stay at home as much as possible
• Finally, to report a suspected case of the coronavirus, Call the Lagos state emergency hotlines for more information that’s on 0802-316-9485, 0803-356-5529
That’s all, more details about this on my show Friday 3 to 5 pm on the Rundown @city1051
Finally, as I always say, again, to get the best out of this journal, you must be following me on all social media platforms @Vien007, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat and online at www.vien-smart.blogspot.com. Talk to you soon, but till then be kind to one another. xoxo
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