The Ministry of Health has released a video on coronavirus infection prevention

In the video, medics explain how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Six points that everyone should know are listed.

The virus spreads through direct contact. This means you should stay at least one meter away from a person with symptoms to reduce the risk of infection. Symptoms may include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. In more severe cases, the infection can cause pneumonia. Elderly people are most at risk.

It is necessary to wash hands more often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or to treat them with alcohol-based products. When coughing or sneezing, cover your nose and mouth with your elbow or a paper tissue.

If there are no symptoms of the disease, there is no need to wear a mask. It is recommended for people who cough or sneeze to wear one to protect others.

The video states that currently there is not enough data on whether the virus is transmitted from a pregnant mother to her child. Also, as of today, there are no specific drugs for the infection or for its prevention.

The video advises to follow the news from the Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and the World Health Organization.