Allpicts.in – I would like to share with you this Particle Structure Picture of Corona Virus Covid-19. Originally, this picture has been published on www.inquirer.com and I want to republish it and add more text and captions. Furthermore, I want to use this picture as a collection picture of the Corona Virus or COVID-19.
The picture shows you an animation of the particle structure of the virus Corona. There are several particles of the virus of Corona, including the Spike Glycoprotein, Hemagglutinin-esterase dimer (HE), RNA and N Protein, and Envelope. Originally, Coronaviruses are a group of related viruses that cause diseases in mammals and birds. In humans, coronaviruses cause respiratory tract infections that are typically mild, such as in some cases of the common cold.
What You Need to Know
- Symptoms
The first thing to know is the Symptoms, the following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure: Fever, Cough, Persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion or inability to arouse bluish lips or face, and Shortness of breath.
- Call your doctor
If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, call your doctor or healthcare provider for medical advice.
- Testing for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
If you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19 or you are a resident in a community where there is an ongoing spread of COVID-19. Call your healthcare provider, they will decide whether you need to be tested. People who are mildly ill may be able to isolate and care for themselves at home.
- Higher risk people
Some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes older adults, and people who have serious chronic medical conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and lung disease.
- If you are sick or suspect
If you are sick or suspect you are infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, you should take steps to help prevent the disease from spreading to people and call your healthcare provider for medical advice.
- Stay home, Avoid public areas and public transportation
If you are sick and ill with COVID-19, you are able to isolate yourself at home during the illness. Do not go to work, school, or public areas. Avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis. Stay away from others, pets and animals.
- Wear a facemask if you are sick
You should wear a facemask when you are around other people. If the person who is sick is not able to wear a facemask, then people who live with the person who is sick should not stay in the same room with them, or they should wear a facemask if they enter a room with the person who is sick.
Reducing Stigma
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), are stressful time for people and communities. This can lead to social stigma toward people, places, or things. Stigma and discrimination can occur when people associate a disease. Stigma can also occur after a person has been released from COVID-19 quarantine. Some groups of people who may be experiencing stigma:
- Persons of Asian descent
- People who have traveled
- Emergency responders or healthcare professionals
- Social avoidance or rejection
- Denials of healthcare, education, housing, or employment
- Physical violence
So, there are several steps to help counter stigma during the COVID-19 by Communicators and public health officials:
- Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of those seeking healthcare
- Quickly communicate the risk or lack of risk from associations with products, people, and places.
- Raise awareness about Coronavirus without increasing the fear
- Share accurate information about how the coronavirus spreads
- Speak out against negative behaviors, negative statements, or exclusion of people who pose no risk from regular activities
- Be cautious about the images that are shared
- Engage with stigmatized groups
- Thank healthcare workers and responders
Finally, feel free to download and share this picture. You can use this picture as a reference. As an alternative, you can also download more pictures related to the Coronavirus: