The outbreak of the Corona Virus is a global problem. Countries all over the world are frantically making plans to see how they can contain the situation to prevent it from spreading any further. While all this is going on, we should focus on protecting ourselves as best as we can.

Citizens of several affected countries have been advised to stay at home and avoid crowded places in order to contain the virus. This is especially true for people who are more vulnerable to infection such as diabetics, the elderly, and sick people.

A lot of businesses have been affected as workers are not able to come to work anymore. Some other companies have advised their employees to work from home to prevent the spread of the virus. The movement has become very restricted and people are advised not to visit anyone or invite people into their houses for some time.

The Coronavirus can be transmitted through contact with the nasal or oral discharge of an infected person. For instance, when a person with the virus sneezes or coughs without using a handkerchief, he or she can transfer the virus to the person sitting close by. The virus can also be transferred when an infected person touches his nose or mouth and then shakes the hand of another person.

People are advised to wash their hands thoroughly whenever they come back home and use hand sanitizers whenever they are in public. Wearing face masks and gloves is also very important whenever you want to leave your house to go to any public place.

It is also advisable to use disinfectants on any surface that people touch constantly. For instance, if you go to the gym, make sure you wear gloves before using any equipment or disinfect the surface if you can. Also, wear gloves and a face mask when handling money.

While staying at home has become a very important method of preventing the virus from spreading, it can also cause loneliness. Many people have complained that they are losing touch with their friends and families and the outside world.

Staying at home doesn’t mean you have to lose touch with the people close to you. Although you may not be able to visit them, you can stay in contact through social media and phone calls.

You can use this time you have to catch up with old friends through Facebook and other social media. You can also use Skype if you really want to see them.

Staying at home shouldn’t prevent you from talking to your friends and family members. Due to the many things happening in the world today, it is very easy to fall into depression and sadness. Keeping in touch with loved ones is a good way to prevent this.

Take the time to relax and spend quality time with your spouse and children. If you live alone, maintain contact with your loved ones through social media. It’s a good way to prevent depression and loneliness.

If you ever start to feel depressed, reach out to your loved ones immediately. It is dangerous to shut people out at this particular time. Seek help and encouragement from the people who love you.

Staying in contact with them constantly will give you the feeling that you are not alone even though you can’t be with them physically. Besides, it’s only for a little while and after a few weeks; you can resume your normal life.