What is social distancing?

These days, the term "social distancing" - is constantly mentioned in the media, and is recommended by governments in their countries to try to reduce the spread of Corona virus. .

In Vietnam, this is still a fairly new concept, and although you know you need to stay home for the next few days to accompany the government in the fight against the epidemic, if you don't know what you need to do yet For effective and safe social isolation, this article from Lotus Lotus will help you answer that question.

Starting from foreign hospitals, the doctors at Ho Chi Minh City Children's Hospital held papers with the message 'We have to work for you, please stay at home for us' . That message is also what is being shared by the Vietnamese Facebook community in recent days: 'Stay still when your country needs it' . In the context of complicated worldwide epidemics, moving from one region to another carries the risk of a faster spread of the virus.

'Anti-epidemic like fighting against the enemy' - the fight against the covid-19 epidemic is no longer a solitary battlefield for ministries and agencies when the whole community is needed. 'Social distancing' has become a term applied to all countries and has become a buzzword on social media . 'Social gaps' need to be established at a time when close links and exchanges are close to increasing the risk of infection.

Basically, the concept of 'Social distancing' implies keeping a specific distance between you and the people around you , minimizing contact with others, avoiding going to crowded places, limiting your use. using public facilities, working from home . This method is used to minimize the spread of viruses and reduce the risk of cross-infection in the community. For example, if you've been infected with the virus - just by social isolation, you greatly reduce the risk of spreading it to others, because you're just . hanging around at home and in contact with very few people. Social distancing was effective during the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918 and in Mexico City during the 2009 flu pandemic.

The question is raised in the community: So what specifically do we need to do? In fact, there are specific 'no' and 'no' limits in each case so that people can ensure their daily activities. The following questions will help guide you to better understand how the community can "win" the disease.

I am young and not at risk of infection. Can I continue to crowded places with friends, as long as not . too crowded?

Currently, many of the infections in Vietnam are young international students in their 20s. Are you sure you have good health and a good immune system to fight the virus?

The risk of infection in the community is very high, even from people who have mild or almost no symptoms. It is no coincidence that Hanoi city is directing people so they should not go out until the end of March 31. Therefore, you should not go out at this time to avoid jeopardizing yourself and increasing the risk of infection in the community. Limiting social interaction may seem like an obstacle for young people, but this is considered a safety measure at this time.

Can i leave the house

Of course, you can leave the house. You can go for a walk, get some fresh air, do some jogging. The key is not to stay in the house, but to avoid close contact with people.

You cannot avoid getting out of the house no matter what diseases occur, going to the market, buying masks, there are people who are still working every day. Remember the principles of distance and safety at this time. When you are out of the house, be sure to clean the surfaces you come in contact with, wash your hands often with disinfectant water, and don't touch your face. Remember to wash your hands well before entering the home, before eating, and when interacting with the elderly or children.

Can I go to the supermarket or shopping mall?

At present, supermarkets in big cities still operate.You should choose the time when the supermarket is empty to limit contact with crowded people . There should be a list of items to buy throughout the week to limit the number of trips to the supermarket and especially not to store too many unnecessary items.

Going to the supermarket cannot avoid touching surfaces that are likely to be contaminated. Clean the handle of the cart before you take it in. Experts also recommend wearing gloves when going to the supermarket, but wearing gloves, don't touch your face at that time.

Do not engage in hustle and bustle of hoarding goods as this is a dangerous source of virus transmission. You can bring back a few boxes of instant noodles, along with a few viruses without even knowing it. Always remember the principle of refraining from crowding no matter what you do.

Should I have dinner outside?

Many restaurants, bars and restaurants have been closed since last week. However, there will still be restaurants open to tourists or a number of working people who don't cook.In fact, you can still go to a restaurant. What you need to make sure is the restaurant space is large enough to keep a distance from people, perform disinfectants and clean your hands. Limit touch on the surface of tables and chairs, handle handles.

However, to be sure, 'maybe' doesn't mean 'should'. Experts recommend not going out to the restaurant at this time. You can order food delivery at home, while ensuring that you do not have to cook and limit contact with a large number of people.

Can my parents in the countryside visit?

This is the question of many students in big cities at the moment.The answer completely depends on the health conditions of you and your family. If your family has elderly people, you should limit it. If visiting the city requires your parents and relatives to go to the bus station, train station, crowded area, this is not a good idea at this time.

If your family is healthy, visitation can be considered. In the midst of technological development, the most convenient is to call or ask video calls with family. This will ensure that no one has to move out of the locality to avoid / spread the disease.

Can I take my child out to play for a while?

It depends on the health of your child. If your child is having health problems, even if they are not related to a virus, you should leave them at home.

Although the risk of infection for children is very small, it does not rule out the possibility that the child may become infected and infect the elderly in the home. If you decide to go outside, go to the park, the kindergarten is empty. Keeping children indoors is not a good option, so consider them when taking them outside. Children also need to wash their hands well before contacting family members.

Being alone is really hard and heavy. What should I do to make home isolation easier?

This is a stressful and difficult time for everyone. When you feel lonely, talk to family members, call friends. Not being able to go out can interfere with the spirit of the young person, but to stay healthy at this time, choose indoor activities. Social networking seems to be a good option to connect with people.

Try making things like having a friend for dinner and having a Facetime, playing video games at night, watching TV together, learning online. Sometimes, some chat lines are not as effective as listening to each other's voices to know people still exist. Now is the time to make travel plans with my best friend, promising each other that when the epidemic is over, we will hang out for the time being.

How long will I have to stay entrenched at home?

This answer depends on the disease situation in each city and country. However, you should be mentally prepared for at least one such month, or perhaps even longer. Hopefully, the blockade and isolation in Vietnam will be carried out thoroughly and no new cases will be detected, leaving the country will be more comfortable.

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