Get Your Household Ready for the Coronavirus Disease, 2020

Protect your family during the coronavirus outbreak

The outbreak of coronavirus that causes Covid -19 has spread agitation worldwide. Originating from Wuhan, China, the virus has now hit more than 100 countries across the globe.

The number of affected countries has tripled in just fourteen days. The World Health Organization has declared a global health emergency, urging governments to pursue containment and isolation measures to prevent the virus from spreading.

With 116 deaths and 6524 cases in the US, the Disease Control and Prevention department has advised people to be prepared for disruptions to daily lives.
In the preceding section, we will deep dive into the Covid-19 and the methods that would ensure the well-being of you and your family.

What Is Coronavirus?

Coronavirus is a family of the respiratory virus first identified in the 1960s. From the common cold to MERS, which stands for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome to SARS, which is Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome all these belong to the Coronavirus family. Corvid -19 like its predecessor’s attacks on the lungs causing respiratory failures. Although not much is know about the cause of Covid-19, speculation is that it might have been transferred from animals to humans, since that’s how SARS Coronavirus spread.

In the early days of infection, the virus takes on the lung’s cell. The Mucus cells clear the lungs from pathogens while the Cilia cells beat around the mucus clearing out the debris. Critical damage to these cells leads to respiratory problems such as shortness in breath and pneumonia in both lungs.

The next step is when the immune system goes haywire. The hyper-reactivity of immune systems causes it to kill everything in its way including the healthy cells. All this leads to complete respiratory failure with permanent damage to the lungs. Apart from this the virus also severely damages other key organs such as the Liver, Kidney or even Stomach.

Update: Live Coronavirus Statistics

The Covid -19 outbreak started in MainLand China back in December 2019, but now within four months 7500 deaths and more than 184,000 potentially infected. Over the last two weeks, the countries affected by the virus has been tripled with a 13- fold increase in the cases outside china. Wuhan and the neighboring cities are completely under quarantine. Schools and universities closed, markets are desolated and the people are recommended to avoid gathering and stay at home.

• 3,204 people have died in China since the outbreak of Covid-19 in last December.
• Itlay has the highest number of infected people outside China, with 2500 deaths the government has decided to 16 million people under quarantine, mostly in Northern Itlay.
• In Iran, Covid-19 has killed 850 people and affected more than 14,000. The Iranian government has requested the IMF for a $5 billion fund to fight the virus.

While here in the US up till now, 116 people have died from coronavirus:

• With 6,524 potential cases across at least 45 states and Washington, DC.  
• The government has imposed a 30-day ban on traveling from Europe to the US.
  

Keeping all these numbers aside here a few statistics that would show a way out:

• 57 % of the confirmed cases have recovered worldwide.
• 80 % of the coronavirus cases are mild
• Older people with existing ailments such as Diabetes and Cardiovascular diseases are the most at risk.
• The contagiousness and deadliness of Covid-19 are way lower then TB, Smallpox and even the previous virus of the Corona family.

Coronavirus Symptoms

While the exact cause of Covid-19 has not been ascertained yet, but these symptoms have been found in nearly all patients. Since the virus can transfer from person to person, it is important that you remain in a contained environment and avoid gathering. Although no vaccine has come up yet for the cure of coronavirus, these symptoms can be surely treated.

• Sore Throat
• Cough
• Runny Nose
• Fever
• Respiratory Issues

It is advised that you conduct your screening if you have any of these symptoms.

How can you protect your family during the Coronavirus outbreak

Prevent

The saying that prevention is better than cure is extremely valid in the case of Covid-19. Since no vaccine has been prepared yet to fight the epidemic, the only go-to option is to maintain good personal hygiene.

• Wash your hands regularly with soap or use alcohol-based hand rub
• Cover your nose and mouth while sneezing and coughing
• Avoid close distance (1 meter or 3 feet ) with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms
• Avoid gathering and crowded places since the virus can transfer from person to person

Act

If you don’t have any of the symptoms mentioned above, the virus still poses a threat to you. WHO recommends that people should avoid crowded places such as markets to ensure their safety. We recommend that you take a balanced and healthy diet so as to boost your immune system against the threat of Corvid- 19.

Since frequent visits to markets aren’t advisable, we recommend that you buy groceries online, completely eliminating the possibility of human to human transfer. With the changes circumstance, the possibility of quarantine can’t be ruled off, so it is recommended that you have sufficient food supplies to feed on at least for a month.

What to buy for home quarantine

Itlay and Chain have placed a major chunk of their population under quarantine to avoid the transfer of Covid-19. The Disease Control and Prevention Department of the US has advised people to be prepared for disruptions to daily lives. From food supplies to drinking water, you should have sufficient supplies of all the household items to meet your needs in case of a quarantine.

Below is the ultimate checklist to get your house ready for the coronavirus:

Water

The first and foremost thing you would want to ensure at your house is a sufficient supply of water. US Environmental Protection Agency has advised house owners to use filtered water that is free from bacteria, pathogens, and viruses. This filtered sprig water with exactly the right balance of minerals and electrolytes would keep you refreshed and sharp through-ou the day.

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Automatic Soap Dispenser

As said earlier it is important that you maintain good personal hygiene. Wash your hands regularly with soap. Treat everything as infected even your mobile phone. Avoid excessively touching your face. And what’s better than an automatic soap dispenser. Its Infrared sensor allows the detection of hands from 2.5 inches which ensures hygiene. And its control switch allows you to use the soap effectively with minimal wastage.

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Digital Multi-functional Cooker and Food Steamer

It is highly important that you keep a well-balanced diet to boost your immune system. Cooking never is an easy task. But here is a one for all solution. A Multi-functional houseware that can be used as a steamer and cooker. The steam tray allows you to simultaneously prepare rice, vegetables and even bake a cake. All at once.This allowing you to save time without sacrificing quality.

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Organic High Protein Pasta

Pasta is a surprisingly good source of nutrition. From carbohydrates to proteins, pasta also helps to maintain good levels of Thiamine, Iron and folate. This organic pasta contains the right blend of proteins and fibers and is certainly a healthy alternative. Since it is free from gluten, it can even serve your needs if you are a vegetarian. The demand for Pasta has already increased after the outbreak of Covid-19, so make sure that this one is on your list and you have sufficient supplies.

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Ready to Eat Rice

White Rice is the ultimate source of energy, from carbohydrates and vitamin E to calcium and iron they provide a wide range of nutrients. The only issue is the cooking time since the normal rice on average takes around 30 minutes to get ready. But with the ready to eat rice, you can enjoy your meal in just 90 seconds. Just tear away the packing, microwave them and enjoy your ultimate source of nutrients.

Chicken Pasta

Experts recommend that you should have food supplies for at least a month in case of quarantine. If you are a pasta lover then this has to be on the top of your purchasing list. Not only is pasta a good source of nutrients, but this one is ready to eat in one minute. Endocrinologist and nutritionist  are of the opinion that “Pasta stimulates the thyroid gland and boosts mood”

Seasoned Beans

Beans contain the perfect balance of nutrients, proteins that help in the development of cells, high fiber content that helps in digestion and low in fats thus no cholesterol. Apart from that, you can group them with a variety of dishes from salads to rice and even serve as the main dish. These ready to eat seasoned beans just need a turn in the microwave with no extra cooking.

Black Beans

Health experts recommend the use of Beans for various reasons. Red, pinto, navy and black beans really help in immunity boosting. Since they contain an excellent source of protein, which is used in the development of cells including those of the immune system. As for the Covid-19, a week immune system increases the risk of fatality, so make sure that you make beans an essential part of your diet.

Oatmeal

Covid-19 is mainly a respiratory virus that causes critical damage to lungs leading to lung failure and respiratory break-down. A diet that aids the lungs and helps develop a healthy respiratory system is highly recommended. Rich in anti-oxidant, oats are highly nutritious and promote good respiratory health. Combined with nuts and fruits, these oats are ready to eat and come with disposable packing eliminating the need of clean-up.

Tuna Steak

Tuna Stakes are an excellent source of energy and heart-friendly as well. When your body is attacked by bacteria or virus, there is a ruthless battle between your immune system and the virus. And whoever wins the battle takes control of your body. So it is important that you strengthen your immune system by taking the right diet. Tuna Stakes serve this purpose since they are rich in Zinc, Manganese and Vitamin C.

Chocolates

This should rather have been up at the top of the list, particularly if you have kids at your house or you yourself are a chocolate lover. Not only are chocolate nutritious, but they also contain anti-oxidants and improve your blood pressure. Dark chocolate helps in the production of endorphins, a brain chemical that creates feelings of pleasure. Chocolate also contains serotonin, an antidepressant that can elevate mood. So keep a bag of chocolates at your house just to keep a hold of your nerves.

Toilet Paper

Since no vaccine has been prepared yet for the cure of Coronavirus, it is important that we take the prevention measures to ensure the safety and well being of your family and the community around us. The key to the prevention of Covid-19 is to maintain good personal hygiene. So make sure that you have adequate stock of toilet paper to check this box.

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The Bottom Line

The contagiousness of coronavirus is deadly, it has killed more people in just four months then its predecessor. While the cure to Covid-19 is yet to be found, following the preventive measures and being prepared for quarantine is a top priority.

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