Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation

The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) has been declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organization*. Here are some simple everyday habits you can adopt to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Words from Dharma Master Cheng Yen (video)

Simple Public Health Measures

 Wash your hands frequently with soap, and avoid touching your eyes, mouth, or nose without washing first.

 Follow common respiratory etiquette; cover your mouth with a tissue or your inner elbow when coughing or sneezing. Discard the tissue after use and wash clothes at home.

 Wear a mask if you have respiratory symptoms such as coughing or running nose.

 Avoid close contact with people who are unwell or showing symptoms of illness, such as cough, runny nose, etc.

 Avoid contact with live animals and consumption of raw/undercooked meat.

 Avoid travel to farms, live animal markets or places where animals are slaughtered.

 Observe good personal hygiene.


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*World Health Organization’s Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) advice for the public