COVID-19 Pandemic

CORONA VIRUS

Covid- 19

Ministry of Health, Bahrain


Stay Home, Stay Safe

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CONTRACT TRACING OF COVID-19


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HOW DOES COVID-19 SPREAD?

The virus is transmitted through direct contact with respiratory droplets of an infected person.

Close Personal Contact

Direct skin-to-skin contact increases likelihood of infection.

Coughing Or Sneezing

Coronavirus can spread if an infected person coughs or sneezes

Touching Infected Surfaces

Unsanitized or infected surfaces can increase the likelihood of infection

HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING COVID19

You can take several precautions to protect yourself and loved ones from the novel coronavirus.

Wash Your Hands Frequently

  • Wash your hands as frequently as you can, especially before
    and after meals, OR after coughing or sneezing
  • Use hand sanitisers when you cannot use soap

Avoid Going To Public Places

  • Wash your hands as frequently as you can, especially before
    and after meals, OR after coughing or sneezing
  • Use hand sanitisers when you cannot use soap

Stay Home If You’re Unwell

  • Wash your hands as frequently as you can, especially before
    and after meals, OR after coughing or sneezing
  • Use hand sanitisers when you cannot use soap

Practice Respiratory Hygiene

  • Wash your hands as frequently as you can, especially before
    and after meals, OR after coughing or sneezing
  • Use hand sanitisers when you cannot use soap

Clean & Disinfect Your Home

  • Wash your hands as frequently as you can, especially before
    and after meals, OR after coughing or sneezing
  • Use hand sanitisers when you cannot use soap

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a novel coronavirus?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

Why is the disease being called coronavirus disease 2019, COVID-19?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

Why might someone blame individuals or groups for this disease?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

How can people help stop stigma related to COVID-19?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

What is the source of the virus?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

Can a person test negative and later test positive for COVID-19?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

Can I get COVID-19 from my pets or other animals?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the
common cold.

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