How Can I Protect Myself from COVID?
Protecting yourself from COVID involves a combination of vaccination, personal hygiene, and preventive measures. Vaccination is the most effective way to reduce the risk of severe illness, hospitalization, and death from COVID. Ensure you receive all recommended doses of the COVID vaccine and any boosters as advised by health authorities. Vaccination helps build immunity and reduces the spread of the virus within the community.
In addition to vaccination, practice good personal hygiene by washing your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after being in public places or touching your face. Use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. Wear a mask in crowded or poorly ventilated areas, and maintain physical distancing by keeping at least six feet away from others. Avoid close contact with sick individuals, and stay home if you feel unwell. Regularly clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces to further reduce the risk of infection.
