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1/5 Taking care of #elderly in times of #COVID19
These are trying times and our elderly are vulnerable. As the virus stays in air and the situation may continue like this for a few weeks, We need to take special care of the health and minimize infection of elderly.
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 I have jotted some simple common sense measures. Feel free to add more-
1) anyone 60+ to remain home bound and not go out for walks or neighbours houses
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 2) eceryone coming in the house must immediately wash up with Soap up to elbows face and legs or take bath. Sanitizers alone will not do. Put all clothes for washing in closed container or soak in soap water.
3) ensure that elders eat proper balanced meals everyday
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 4) social isolation can be very depressing for elders. Do talk to them at regular intervals. Keep them occupied with some activities and encourage them to take up activities at home like reading, knitting, writing etc.
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 5) keep them posted about the developments and measures to be taken to fight against covid. But ensure they do not panic or worry too much. Savdhan and satark
6)Finally keep them away from social media on corona. Nothing can be more panicky than the WhatsApp forwards
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