Indian Medical Association issues advisory on “impending” COVID-19 outbreak

way2barak, Dec.22: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has issued an advisory on “impending” COVID-19 outbreak, saying public should follow COVID-19 appropriate behaviour with immediate effect. As of now, the situation is not alarming and therefore there is no need to panic. Prevention is better than cure.

It is in this backdrop that the IMA has advised all to take following necessary steps to overcome the impending COVID outbreak:

• Face masks are to be used in all public places.
• Social distancing is to be maintained.
• Regular hand washing with soap and water or sanitizers.
• Public gatherings like marriages, political or social meetings etc. to be avoided.
• Avoid International travel.
• Consult the doctor in case of any symptoms like fever, sore throat, cough, loose motions etc.
• Get your COVID vaccination including precautionary dose at the earliest.
• Follow the government advisory issued from time to time.