Covid-19

With the winter months, a challenging process will begin due to both Covid-19 and seasonal diseases. From no
w on, time will be spent mostly indoors (such as office, school, public transportation, house…) instead of open spaces. Therefore, our risk of getting all these diseases will increase even more. Infectious Diseases Specialist Assoc. Dr. Hakko listed the ways of protection from seasonal diseases such as flu, pneumonia and Covid-19 in this process:

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VENTILATE EVERYWHERE

First of all, protection measures from Covid-19 should be applied carefully without disruption and tightening (mask, distance and hygiene).

- Closed and crowded areas should not be entered unless obliged. Mass areas such as weddings, coffeehouses, Turkish baths, saunas, concerts, cinemas, parties, gyms should be avoided.

- Great attention should be paid to the ventilation of closed areas. Windows should be opened frequently in areas where they are. Air conditioning and central heating / ventilation system can be used for heating in winter as well as in summer. There is no problem if the ventilation and heating system gives fresh air, but the risk may increase if it filters and re-gives the ambient air. Therefore, if possible, windows should be opened and the environment should be ventilated well.

ADVICE FOR CHILDREN

- The importance of respecting masks, distance and hygiene rules in schools should be explained to children in detail. It should be ensured that the habit of wearing masks appropriately in closed areas is formed. Social distance should be observed in closed and crowded areas such as canteens and cafeterias in schools.

- Those who are sick and feel uncomfortable should not go to work or school, socialize, and rest at home. Those whose condition worsens should consult a physician.

DISTANCE IN THE RESTAURANT

- It is very important for everyone to be in a mask if a stranger comes to the house in works such as renovation, maintenance, repair. The social distance rule should be preserved as much as possible in the environment.

Then the environment should be ventilated.

- Since masks are removed during eating and drinking especially in closed parts of areas such as restaurants and cafes, care should be taken to maintain social distance and frequently ventilate the space.

- Masks should be used in public transportation vehicles. The mask should not be touched with dirty hands.