Health

Coronavirus and the Politics of Life

Since the Coronavirus pandemic has taken over the world like a raging storm with over five million confirmed cases worldwide. The disease which started in the later part of 2019 in Wuhan, a town in the Hubei province of China is said to be a respiratory disease and has claimed more than two hundred thousand lives in the world. It is a Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (SARS-Cov-2) and in its contracted form, it is COVID-19. The disease has made the world's economies to be on a standstill as most countries are either partially or totally locked down.

On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the virus a pandemic which needed international attention. A new name for the disease, COVID-19 was announced by WHO on February 11, 2020. Nigeria confirmed its first case of the disease on 27 February, 2020 when an Italian citizen in Lagos was tested positive for the virus. Since then, Nigeria has experienced a rise of the disease. As at May 7, Nigeria had a total of 3526 confirmed cases with 601 discharged cases and 103 deaths across 34 states and

the FCT

Right from the confirmation of the first case in Nigeria, government officials and politicians alike showed signs of irresponsibility. Many politicians started off playing politics with the virus without cares that the time was not right for any form of politicking going by the happenings in countries with far more developed health systems. Politicians downplayed the presence of the disease in Nigeria, simply calling it a hoax and that it was a well coordinated effort of the government to embezzle public fund. Days later, another case was confirmed by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).

As the cases rose, it began to scare well informed Nigerians, but the rise didn't stop these politicians from inciting the public against the government with plenteous rubbish. People, believing in the 'madness' of these politicians started demanding for the pictures of the Italian and others who were confirmed infected with the disease. This continued until Muhammad Abubakar, the son of the former president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar was tested positive for the virus.

As the World's Health Organisation (WHO) had declared the virus a pandemic with information and guidelines as the virus could be transmitted from person to person, one of the standard prevention procedures was that anyone who had visited any countries with confirmed cases of the virus should self isolate for 14 days upon return to their countries. Around early March, the Chief of Staff to the president, Abba Kyari returned from his Germany's official trip. On his return to the country, he was supposed to self isolate, but he didn't do so. He instead attended theKogi state governor's mother's 3-day Fidau prayer the next day. Some days later, it was reported that he had tested positive for the virus. Also, at the time when the virus had gained momentum in Lagos, PDP held a rally in Ibadan, Oyo State where Seyi Makinde, the Oyo State governor was quoted to have said that the PDP members were immuned to the virus. Three days later, a case of the virus was confirmed in Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo State and many days after, the governor himself confirmed he has tested positive for the virus through his social media handle. This means that if we assume that he was a ticking time bomb when the rally was held, then, we can not doubt the reality of having a thousand cases in Oyo state at this moment to grace.

While the Sanwo-Olu Lagos State Government and the administration of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) increased their testing strength as a way to curtail the spread of the disease, the northern states except Kaduna and Borno states did practically nothing to prepare for the advent of the virus in the state. The Kano state governor didn't lift a finger except closing the state's border, a move that was quite ineffective until the deaths in the state became alarming. Concerned corners thus raised questions at the time as regards the lateness before actions were made.

Government and politicians once again showed cold hearts in the distribution of relief materials and palliatives which were intended to help reduce of the effect of the lockdown declared in the country. Lagos was first to roll out its plan to distribute palliatives which was 'hijacked' by politicians. Streets with over a hundred dwellers were given small sacks of rice, few tubers of yam and loaves of bread in the most ridiculous manner. The same happened in Osun state where a household was given a cup of rice and far as a governor who asked his citizens to buy 'gaari' if they didn't have the money to stock their homes.

With 774 local government heads, 36 state governors (including the ministers of the FCT), 109 senators, 365 house of representative members and 36 state assemblies, shouldn't there be concerns about the welfare of those who elected them?

Nigeria has a track record of having one of the worst health systems in the world despite billions of naira that is being pumped to it every year. Instead of improving the health systems, government and politicians busy themselves with funds to embezzle. The Coronavirus has highlighted how weak our health systems are. Truth is, with the present health systems in Nigeria, we will be overwhelmed by the virus way before we reach ten thousand confirmed cases.

On a final note, the Coronavirus has shown how inhumane and incompetent our politicians are. It shows politicians are only interested in sharing the national cake. The coming of this virus should be an eye opener for leaders in power corridors and politicians alike to plan ahead for future possibilities.

HealthWise: 5 Reasons Why You Should Take Vaccines

Vaccines are substances,when injected into the body, help fight the body against diseases and infections. There are different vaccines for different diseases. When the body is exposed to pathogen, the injected vaccine help stimulate the production of antibodies that helps fight the disease.

Below Are 5 Reasons You Should Take Vaccines

1. Protection against Diseases and Infection

To protect yourself against diseases that could have serious negative effect on your health: Getting immunined will not only be beneficial to you but also to people around you. You gets saved from getting infected from people around you and you also save people from getting infected by you due to the fact that you had been vaccinated hence, everyone is safe .

2. Protection against Spread of Disease/Infection

Vaccines protect you from having being tagged as a disease spreader: When your body get exposed to pathogenic organisms and there were already substances to stimulate the production of antibodies to help fight against the organisms (i.e you are vaccinated), this saves you from getting infected by the disease and it also save people around you from getting infected by the disease. If everyone or half of the population gets vaccinated, everyone feels save and there is reduction in the rate of spread of diseases.

3. If collected once , you get protected for many years: It is very important for one to get vaccinated for it keeps you protected for many years or even for a lifetime. But there are some vaccines that can only keep you protected for limited years, hence,their dosses will be boosted at every required time.

4.Vaccine-preventable diseases have not gone away
The viruses and bacteria that cause illness and death still exist and can be passed on to those who are not protected by vaccines. Getting yourself vaccinated will protect you from such viruses and bacterial because your immune would have been able to identify the do called virus hence, you'll be safe.

5. It makes you Stay healthy

Many health organizations had recommended vaccines for protection over many diseases. It is important for you to always go to the hospital for boosting of dosses if you are not subjected to a lifetime vaccination. When you ignore this,you leave yourself vulnerable to all forms of harmful and dangerous diseases.

In summary, the use of vaccines are very important to everyone just as food.

5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Skin Care Products

As the name suggests, Skin care simply means the care of the skin. You can simply take care of your skin with any kind of skin products that comes your way but I'd advice that you take care of your skin with quality skin care products that will have no effect on your skin or better still, you visit the dermatologist for effective skin care routine. The skin is the largest organ of the body that protect against light,heat and other factors that can cause infections or harm the body. You should take care of your skin just as you'll take care of your and every other organ in your body as it is as important as other organs too. Everything that happens abnormally in the internal body showed through the skin hence, while taking care of your skin by using quality skin care products, you should take care of your cells too. Still not bothered why you should take care of your skin? Read on and see 5 reasons you should invest in skin care products

1. It Boosts your self confidence

The use of quality skin care products boost your self confidence. When you look at yourself and you see the the beautiful effect of the skin care products you use, you feel happy looking at yourself and hence , you believe more in yourself.

2. It makes you feel younger

Old age bring about shrinking of the skin but the use of quality skin care products will improve the texture of your skin and gives it quality radiant that makes you feel happy about yourself. And happiness they say makes one feel healthier and happier.

3. It prevents you from infections

Invest now in using quality skin care products and save yourself and family against nursing skin infections in future. Also you'll save from yourself the stress of visiting the hospital to treat infections. Remember,health is wealth.

4. It puts your skin in good condition

The use of high quality skin care products will make your skin look attractive,it will increases its radiant,prevent it from acne,treat wrinkles and your skin will be just perfect.

5. It makes You look more beautiful

Cosmetics give your skin everything it need to be radiant, to glow, to improve it appearance, texture,prevent it from ance, and even improve the mental health. Now tell me why you won't look beautiful with the use of high quality skin care products.

Because you are advised to use skin care doesn't mean you should use anyhow skin care products. One of the reasons to use skin care products is to save you from infections hence you should be careful on what skin care products to use. As earlier stated, it is important to see a dermatologist for effective high quality skin care products rather than using less quality skin care products or using skin care products that you are allergy to which will at the end not serve the reason of investing in quality skin care products.

Top 5 Health Benefits of Starchy Foods for Nigerians by Haroon Nafeesah

Starch is a type of carbohydrate consisting of glucose molecules. Glucose provide cells with energy and helps nerve cells in the brain function properly.

Starchy foods are a good source of energy and the main source of a range of nutrients in our diet. Some of these starchy foods should be eaten every day as part of a healthy balance diet. Starchy foods come in many forms, and people often consume them as staple foods in diets worldwide. Legumes, grains, and root vegetables are all examples of them.

However, too much consumption of these starchy foods are linked to a higher risk of diabetes, heart disease and weight gain. In addition, they can cause blood sugar to spike rapidly and then fall sharply. This is especially important for people with diabetes and prediabetes, since their bodies can't efficiently remove sugar from the blood. For example, those with diabetes need to be more aware of their starchy food intake than others. This does not mean they must avoid starchy foods, it simply means that because their bodies are more sensitive to carbohydrates, they need to pay close attention to what they consume.

In this article, the benefit of consuming starchy foods will be discussed in order for to know the usefulness of consuming starchy foods and the educate the Nigerians that total avoidance of starchy foods are not good for the proper function of the body system.

Health Benefits of Starchy Foods

Starchyfoods are an essential part of a nutritious diet. They are a vital source of energy and nutrition and provide the basis for a satisfying, balanced meal. As recommended by doctors,eating plenty of starchy foods as part of a balanced diet provide energy and fiber, as well as to increase feelings of fullness. Here are various reasons why starchy foods are crucial as part of a balanced diet:

1. Energy

Starchy foods are a suitable source of energy because of their high carbohydrate. When the body digest starch, it converts it to glucose which is the main human fuel. It goes through the bloodstream and give energy to almost all the cells in the body. The body can use this glucose right away or store it in the liver for later use.

2. Fiber

Many starchy foods, such as whole grains, fruits, and beans, are high in fiber. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate with a unique molecular structure. Because of its unique structure, it's glucosec molecules are bound tightly together, hence, it passes through the digestive system because it can't be easily broken in the small intestine. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that most people in the United States do not include enough fiber in their diet and it also says that fiber helps move waste through the digestive system. High fiber diets can also reduce a person’s risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

3. Satiety

Satiety is the feeling of being full after eating. Certain foods make a person feel more satiated after eating them. Research suggests foods containing fiber increase satiety. They also offer other health benefits, including improving the body’s insulin sensitivity and reducing fat storage.Some of the top foods include potatoes, porridge, and brown pasta.

Starch is a carbohydrate and a natural component of most plants, including fruits, vegetables, and grains. Starchy foods are an essential part of a balanced diet, as they provide energy, fiber, and a sense of fullness.

The body breaks down starch molecules into glucose, which is the body’s primary fuel source. The brain, in particular, requires a considerable amount of glucose each day. Starchy foods are safe for most individuals and present no risks or side effects. However, it is important that people with diabetes or CSID carefully consider their starch intake.

5 Negative Effects of Antiseptics

As we adjust to the new normal since the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone is practically meticulous, so to say, especially when it comes to water. However, it is pertinent to know that no matter how clean water appears to be, there is every possibility that there are germs in it cloaked in invisibility. With the knowledge that water is always contaminated, most people have imbibed the habit of the regular use of Antiseptic liquid as a means to "kill germs". Is it really possible to totally kill germs 99.9%, does the Antiseptic liquid have the perceived belief of totally exterminating germs? These are questions most people have failed to ask. They have been made to believe via adverts on TV that adding few drops of these Antiseptic liquids to water kills germs and reduces the risk of contracting skin infections of different types; thereby giving us a germ free skin, but this belief has been discovered to be mythical.

In a recent tweet, precisely last week by a Nigerian Doctor. He stated that the use of Antiseptic liquids in bath water cause more harm than the "believed cure". He further confirmed that it has not been stated anywhere adding Antiseptic to bath water makes it the safest. Doctor Olufunmilayo, unequivocally re-stated that there are helpful bacteria which protect our skin and a woman's vagina from infection. But the use of Antiseptic liquid kill these protective agents, leaving the skin vulnerable to other infections and the vagina begins to emit discharge, foul smell and causes severe itching.

Finally, he advised that just as the frequent use of antibiotics can be bad for one’s health, so also is the frequent use of Antiseptic liquid and soap is bad for one’s skin. He doesn't totally condemn the use of Antiseptic, but condemns the frequent use of Antiseptic and places emphasis on its severe side effects.

5 Ways to Actively Include Men in Family Planning Discussions

Family planning refers to use of modern contraceptives or natural techniques to limit or space pregnancies. Modern methods of contraception include the pill, female and male sterilization, IUD, injectables, implants, male and female condom, diaphragm, and emergency contraception. Traditional methods include periodic abstinence, withdrawal and folk methods.

Reason for not using contraception

Preferred method of contraception for future use

Heard family planning on radio and television or in a newspaper or magazine

Acceptability of media messages on family planning

Contact of non-users with family planning providersP

lanning is being used

Was family planning use mainly the woman's/the husband/partner's or a joint decision

Informed choice of family planning methods

Unmet need for family planning Spotting between periods. Breakthrough bleeding, or spotting, refers to when vaginal bleeding occurs between menstrual cycles.

What is male involvement in family planning?

Male Involvement through spousal communication and approval about family Planning. In the current study, nearly 60.0% of men were involved in family planning through spousal communication and approval. Among all respondents, more than half (54.0%) of men have never discussed FP with their partner.

Why is male involvement in family planning important?

Male engagement in family planning (FP) is a subset of male engagement in reproductive health. Gender experts agree that men should be encouraged to be supportive partners of women's reproductive health while also meeting their own reproductive health needs, and engaged as agents of change in families and communities. Men are also recognized to be responsible for the large proportion of ill reproductive health suffered by their female partners. Male involvement helps not only in accepting a contraceptive but also in its effective use and continuation.

Step 1: Define the behavioral aim of your initiative.

Common behavioral aims of male engagement programming include increased male participation as:

Contraceptive users (e.g., condoms and vasectomy) or as partners using methods requiring active cooperation (e.g., Standard Days Method)

Partners engaged in open communication and decision-making about family planning and contraceptives

Advocates for gender equality and family planning in their families and communities

Step 2: Assess mens and boys knowledge and attitudes related to reproduction and contraception.

Knowledge of individual methods, how they work, and their side effects. Ideal family size. Beliefs about how contraception affects health, work, and future fertility

Knowledge of, preferences for, and perceptions of family planning services, for example:

3: Assess how gender norms affect male engagement in family planning.

Men play an important role in challenging inequitable gender norms and fostering positive norms, particularly among their peers and with their children. Failure to address issues such as womens subservient social status, economic dependence on men and limited agency, household power dynamics, and harmful masculine norms are common reasons that investments in family planning service delivery fail to achieve expected results.

4. Identify programming approaches that engage men and boys.

After clarifying the relevant norms, identify the people whose opinions matter to men and may influence those particular behaviors. Such individuals could include community leaders, parents/in-laws, religious leaders, health care providers, or positive deviants (i.e., those already practicing the desired behavior). Also, identify the sources and locations where men and boys prefer to receive sexual and reproductive health information and services.

5. Social and behavior change category

consider integrating information sharing and discussions into traditionally male spaces such as agricultural projects or development committees.

People often complain of headache, headache is a child of many parents, it could be a symptom of many things, and it could result from stress. A major characteristic of migraine headache is a pain at just one side of the head.

What is Migraine headache about?

Migraine headache is a disorder characterized by pains on either one or both sides of the head lasting from 48 to 72 hours. Migraine headache could be accompanied with an aura. Physical activities worsen the pain. An individual experiencing migraine headache often seeks for a quiet and dark room.

What causes Migraine Headache?
Migraine headache is often due to some physiological changes in the brain or an irregularities in the blood vessels and nerves. It is majorly caused by environmental and genetic factors. However, the main cause of migraine headache is not fully known. Migraine headaches sometimes are triggered by some factors which may include tiredness, smoking, alcohol, hunger, inadequate sleep, onset of menstrual period, stress and certain foods and drinks. It is more common among females after puberty and its chances decrease during pregnancy.

What are the symptoms of Migraine Headache?

Some individuals get a warning symptom prior to the headache or even after the headache. Symptoms prior to the onset of the headache include altered mood, neck pains, sensitivity to light, smell or noise, constipation or diarrhoea, craving for somekinds of food. The headache is often accompanied with nausea, mood swing and irritability, sensitivity to light and sound.

How is Migraine headache diagnosed?
It is often required to note some important factors such as the onset, the triggers, duration of pain. Most diagnosis are based on signs and symptoms. According to the International Headache Society, diagnosis of migraine headache can be made using the ‘5,4,3,2,1 criteria’ which represents 5 or more attacks
4 hours to 3 days in duration
At least 2 days of unilateral location, pulsating
At least 1 additional symptom such as sensitivity to light, nausea and vomiting

What are the factors that increase the risk of migraines?
FAMILY HISTORY
Migraine headache can been traced to a family history. About 90% of individuals suffering from migraine have a family history of migraines, with both parents being a better marker. GENDER Migraine headache is common among males before puberty and common among females after puberty. Its chances decrease as a woman goes into menopause.
AGE
According to Mayo Clinic, Migraine headache usually improves after age 30.

TYPES OF MIGRAINE

Migraine with aura
This involves migraine headache accompanied with aura, a subjective sensation experienced before the attack. This often serves as a warning preceding the headache.This happens to about 16-30% of migraine patients. The symptoms include flashing of light, blind spots, having difficulty in speaking, stiffness in the shoulder or neck.

Migraine without aura
This is by far the most common type with no usual warning preceding the headache. However, some individuals may experience aura without having the headache.

How is migraine headache managed?

It is often better to engage in preventive mechanism other than its correction. Several drugs have been administered in the management of migraine headache. Pain killers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen can be used for severe migraine headaches, other analgesics such as aspirin with caffeine can also help to stop the headache. Antiemetic drugs can be used to control symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. Antidepressants are also administered to reduce migraine symptoms. Other classes of drugs used in the management of migraine headache include the ergotamines and triptans. However, frequent use of drugs may lead to severe and more frequent headache.

What are the preventive measures to be taken?

One of the heathiest ways of preventing illness is a healthy lifestyle. Other preventive measures include medications, nutritional supplements, and surgery. It is practically impossible to eliminate headache totally but the main aim is to reduce its frequency, duration and pain. Healthy lifestyles are but not limited to regular exercise, adequate drinking of water, sufficient sleep, avoid smoking and drinking of alcohol. Medications often use in the prevention of migraine headache include propranolol, metoprolol, gabapentin and pregabalin.

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5 Sleep Hacks to Help You Get Over Insomnia by Haaroon Nafeesah

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is caused by stress, depression, mental health issues and other factors that disenabled one from having a quality and sound sleep or making it difficult for one to sleep. Insomnia can be long term(primary Insomnia) or long time (secondary insomnia). The symptoms of Insomnia include:

Stress
Depression
Headache
Change in sleep schedule
Noise
Anxiey

Insomnia can be caused by

Hereditary
Alcohol
Unhealthy life style habit
Pregnancy etc.

Since the causes of insomnia are much and it affects women more than men and older people more than younger ones,this article will help with providing sleep hacks that will help you get over Insomnia.

Sleep Hacks To Help You Get Over Insomnia.

1. Nap – Wisely

Taking a nap during the day will make you feel less stressed and will aid you in having a quality sleep during the night. The best time to have a nap during the day is between 2 and 4. Having a sleep towards bedtime is not encouraged for it causes sleep disorder (insomnia).

2. Take a hot bath

A warm bath before bed seems to help people fall asleep more quickly, but also get better quality sleep, according to a small 1985 study.

3. Get out of bed if you really can’t sleep

If you are finding it If difficult to sleep, get out of bed. Engange yourself in what you love doing or in other activities that will make you feel relaxed and stress less. Then climb back up to bed if you are feeling sleepy and really tired.

4. Grounding (sleeping on bare floor)
The earth has a calming energy that can be felt throughout your entire body. Sleeping on the earth makes you feel cool and relaxed.

5. Consider therapy

Maybe your sleep troubles are a little more serious and could use the insight of a professional. Cognitive behavioral therapy is considered the gold standard when it comes to treating insomnia, and usually involves meeting with a therapist for various sleep assessments, keeping a sleep journal and adjusting some of your bedtime habits.

Menstrual Hygiene is one of the fundamental issue concerning reproductive health. It is instrumental in raising the dignity and well being of women and girls. Menstrual Hygiene day is an important day to delve openly about periods, help break silence, raise awareness and change negative social norms surrounding menstrual hygiene around the world.

Period are facts of life and integral part of every teenage girls and women's life. Approximately 300 million women menstruate on a daily basis. Yet, there are still stigma associated with period. It is imperative to delve into one of the key issues behind World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the devastating reality of period poverty around the world and its high prevalence in Nigeria.

WHAT IS PERIOD POVERTY?
Periods are highly dreaded and rarely something we look forward to every month. Painful, tiring and inconvenient, plus the accompanying friends it brings along ranging from abdominal cramps, diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea and dizziness are challenging to cope with. But for many women and girls around the world especially in Nigeria, it is way beyond the side effects, the bleeding itself poses a huge problem as well.

Period poverty is when a girl cannot afford menstrual products during menstruation which is approximately three to seven days every month resulting to use of unhygienic practices.

1 in 5 girls are unable to afford sanitary products. They have to improvise using tissue paper, cotton wool, discarded news paper, towels which are unhygienic and may pose risk. Staggering amount of young girls and women are not well enlightened about menstruation and are disadvantaged by their lack of knowledge and access to clean sanitary products in poor urban and rural communities.

Period is inevitable in young girls women's life but it is so disheartening that over 1.2 billion women across the world do not have access to basic sanitation. The National Democracy and Health Survey 2013, revealed that girls make up 60% of the 10.5million out of school children in Nigeria with period povertty contributing immensely to these.

In a country where an estimated 44% of its population live in extreme poverty and high population amidst the adolescent. Lots of parents struggle to make ends meet and see sanitary products as unaffordable luxury especially with high hike and surge in prices of these sanitary products experienced over the years. There have been clamors for subsidizing and removal of taxes on sanitary products with no action taken by the government.

On average, a woman will menstruate for over 30 years of her life and uses roughly over 9600 pads in her lifetime. Put in the factor that most tampons and pads are not reusable and lots of it go to landfill and the non-organic items take up to 500 years to decompose. Even sometimes, the properties in these pads and most especially tampons are injurious to health as it could cause Toxic Shock Syndrome.

The pandemic has intensified period poverty. Periods dont stop for pandemic and few families are able to afford the products as most people are plagued with hunger, job loss in these crises and have to prioritize food and health care first even though sanitary products are life essentials as well.

Beyond period poverty, lack of access to water and poor or inadequate toilet facilities in schools and public places makes girls stay away from school and prove a high constraint in achieving menstrual hygiene.

Meeting the hygienic needs of all adolescent girls is a fundamental issue of human rights and public health and not something to be treated as a mere triviality. To tackle period poverty in Nigeria, there should be access to sanitary products by girls and women. Sanitary products should be heavily subsidized and distributed freely to secondary school teenage girls and young women.

Demystifying period stigma and shame with awareness on menstrual health and hygienic practices should be given to young girls and boys. Almost every teenage girls have stories to share on being unknowingly stained and being laughed and mocked at by boys. Education needs to go both ways in educating young boys and men that period are normal physiological process and not something to be laughed or mocked for.
Adoption of sustainable alternative products like reusable sanitary products and home made sanitary product to replace its disposable counterparts that can be used continually should be massively produced in Nigeria with affordability given a priority.

It is time for action to ensure that girls and women do not feel limited by something as natural and normal as period through increased education on menstrual hygiene, and affordability reusable sanitary produts. It is time to create an enabling society in which women and teenage girls are empowered to manage their period safely and in a hygienic manner. Its high time to see to the rise of period power and absolute end of period poverty.

Covid and Omicron are both viruses but one spread faster than the other. Omicron is a virant of the virus that causes Covid- 19. Even with vaccines, the spread of Omicron is still higher. Despite its high transmission, researchers still don't know its origin, its symptoms and its causes. The virus has been detected in many countries and cases had been recorded. The spread of the virus is alarming hence, the aim of this article is to educate you on how to get yourself protected from this deadly virus.

Both Covid-19 and omicron has almost same symptoms hence,their prevention is same.
Below are few ways you could get yourself protected;

1. Get yourself vaccinated: This is the best way to get yourself protected from the virus. Even people with weak immune system get themselves protected with the use of vaccines. The use of vaccines will protect you from the illness and also save you from any form of symptoms.

2. Avoid crowded areas: The rate at which the virus spread is really very high. A mere body contact with an infected person can can get you infected hence,you have to keep yourself safe by avoiding areas where people are much and where there aren't enough breathing space (i.e poor ventilated area).

3. Wash hands and surfaces often: This is another way to get yourself prevented from this deadly virus. Make sure you wash your hands before and after every little thing you do such as eating, using the toilet, the use of the nose mask, touching of any part of your body, after leaving a public place, after taking care of the sick etc. You can either wash with soap and water or a sanitizer with 60% alcohol. All surfaces should be disinfect and cleaned. Surfaces such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks etc.

4. Always go for regular check-up: You should always watch for any form of symptoms and go for treatment immediately if any of the symptoms are noticed. This will help you to detect easily if affected and hence there will be immediate treatment for such person.