Thread by @WHO

Older adults (60 & above) or people with underlying health conditions are at higher risk of catching & developing severe forms of #COVID19. To protect yourself & stay healthy 💪 during the outbreak, follow our advice in a thread below👇

#coronavirus

Older adults & people w/ underlying conditions can protect themselves & others by:

1️⃣Wash 👐 frequently, cough/sneeze into a flexed 💪, use a disposable tissue
2️⃣ Keep🧍‍♀️↔️🧍‍♂️distance
3️⃣🚫unnecessary public activities
4️⃣ Disinfect frequently touched surfaces

#COVID19

Physical distancing can prevent #COVID19 infection. If you're an older adult / have any underlying health condition:

🚫public gatherings,
Stock 🥫💊 for at least 2 weeks,
You can also order them online,
Or Ask for help from family/neighbors/volunteers 😇 to do 🛒

#coronavirus

For those over 60 & people with underlying health conditions, keeping your physical distance is advised.

▪️ Stay at least 1 meter away from others 🧍‍♀️↔️🧍‍♂️
▪️ Decline 🚫 visits during the #COVID19 outbreak
▪️Alternatively, socialize by phone everyday with friends or family

CORRECTION: Older adults (60 & above) or people with underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing severe forms of #COVID19.

For adults over 60 & people with underlying conditions, it is vital to:

✅Check for common symptoms
✅Keep your family/friends informed if you need assistance
✅Seek medical care immediately, if you have difficulty breathing. 📞 first, if possible.

#coronavirus #COVID19

For those over 60 & people with underlying health conditions, keeping your physical distance is advised.

▪️ Decline 🚫 visits during the #COVID19 outbreak
▪️ Alternatively, socialize by phone everyday with friends or family
▪️ Stay at least 1 meter away from others 🧍‍♀️↔️🧍‍♂️

For all older adults & people with underlying health conditions who have to #StayHome, don't forget to:

🙂Be physically active & mentally positive
🙂Be socially connected via phone calls or social media
🙂Be informed by local health authorities & WHO

#COVID19 #coronavirus