COVID-19

Republished from Medical News Today A new study demonstrates that the fabrics typically used in homemade face masks effectively block droplets that could contain SARS-CoV-2.  The research, which appears in the journal Extreme Mechanics Letters, reinforces current studies on the efficacy of homemade face masks for blocking aerosols that could transmit SARS-CoV-2. Homemade Covid Masks Until scientists produce an effective vaccine, researchers recommend that various behavioral changes are key to reducing the spread of SARS-CoV-2. As well as maintaining physical distance from others […]

This article was republished from WebMD.com The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 mainly spreads from person to person. When someone who is infected coughs or sneezes, they send droplets containing the virus into the air. A healthy person can then breathe in those droplets. You can also catch the virus if you touch a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touch your mouth, nose, or eyes.Coronavirus: What you Need to KnowThe coronavirus can live for hours to days on surfaces

This article was republished from WebMD.comSharing some tips to help protect yourself from the Coronavirus. Dos and Don’ts for Everyone DO – Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds, several times a day. Use soap and water or a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol: Before cooking or eating After using the bathroom After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing DON’T – Touch your eyes, nose, and mouth. If you have somehow come into contact with the virus, touching your face can help it enter your