A health worker collects swab sample of a person for COVID-19 test amid a rise in coronavirus cases
Covid-19 Updates: The Chandigarh Administration on Monday issued a health advisory in view of the rising COVID-19 cases in the region. The UT had recorded 46 fresh infections on Sunday, the highest in 4 months.
In the advisory, the administration issued a set of dos and don’ts to contain the spread of the virus. The administrator stressed that masks should be worn in public at all times, and added that closed spaces should be avoided. Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also said on Monday that The pandemic was not over yet And stressed on being vigilant and observing COVID-appropriate behaviour. The Minister appealed to the States and Union Territories to continue surveillance and focus on genome sequencing to identify new variants in the country.
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- Always wear a mask in public places to cover your mouth and nose.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief/tissue while sneezing and coughing
- Throw away the used tissue in a closed container immediately after use.
- Avoid close contact settings, crowded and closed places.
- Must maintain social distance (minimum one meter) in public places
- Practice washing hands frequently. Wash hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub. Wash hands even if they appear clean.
- Avoid unnecessary travel.
- See a doctor if you feel unwell (fever, difficulty breathing and cough). Wear a mask to cover your mouth and nose when going to the doctor. If you have these signs/symptoms please call the COVID helpline numbers:- 1075 or 9779558282
- It hereby advises all residents to take a booster dose of the COVID vaccine and to vaccinate their children as well.
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- Avoid close contact with anyone who has cough and fever.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with your hands 3. Do not spit in public places.
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