You can protect yourself and help prevent spreading the virus by practising good personal hygiene

• Wash your hands regularly using soap and water for 20 seconds or alcohol-based hand rub
• Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue when you cough or sneeze. Dispose the tissue immediately
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
• Avoid touching objects in public places such as door handles, banisters or lift buttons
• Avoid close contact (1 meter or 3 feet) with people
• Do not share your eating utensils, toothbrush or towel
• Stay home and self-isolate from others in the household if you feel unwell
• Wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing

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