Causing over millions of cases and thousands of death around the globe, the current coronavirus pandemic is no doubt one of the scariest illnesses in history. Everyone is also vulnerable to it.
But amid the fear and danger, health authorities claim we can still do something to protect ourselves. One of those ways is to stay home.
Unfortunately, several instances hinder us to completely follow the rules and stay inside our houses. We have to go out to buy goods and other important stuff from the grocery and market. Sometimes we also have to get checked by our doctors for underlying diseases.
Experts say, for people who got no choice but to go outside, there are some things you have to do before entering your house. Doing so might cost you extra time, but it could help you protect your family more.
TAKE YOUR SHOES AND DON'T FORGET TO WASH IT WITH BLEACH, SOAP, AND WATER
Did you know that your shoes are one of the things that are most prone to harmful pathogens like coronavirus? Given this reason, it is indeed very crucial to disinfect your shoes before taking it inside your homes.
There are several things to remember when disinfecting your shoes and slippers, as revealed by Medical News Today. The first is to make sure to wipe its exterior. Second is to remember to wash them with hot water and detergent or soap. The third is to always use gloves when handling your shoes. Fourth, never dry your shoes in a closed area.
SANITIZED THE THINGS YOU BROUGHT FROM THE GROCERY
The virus doesn't just spread through direct contact. Experts from the World Health Organization say the virus could also stay in surfaces and objects for hours or even days. People can get the virus indirectly by touching these surfaces and eventually also touching their nose, mouth, and eyes.
This also goes the same with the things you brought from the grocery. As they get exposed to different people, we will never know if the last person who touched it was already a carrier of the virus or not. So it is better to sanitize everything before you bring it inside your homes. You can do that by dipping them in a water-bleach solution or wiping them with bleach.
OTHERS THINGS YOU SHOULD DO
Everything you bring outside your home could be exposed to the virus. So it is better to sanitize them or wash them with soap and water too.
That goes the same for your clothes. Make sure to laundry them as soon as possible separated from your other clothing. Also, don't forget to take a bath too before anything else.
