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- Coronavirus COVID-19 – helpline of the National Health Fund
- How long does the COVID-19 coronavirus hatch?
- What to do after returning from northern Italy, when we have noticed symptoms of the disease?
- Is it possible to go abroad to a high-risk country?
- What are people returning from high-risk countries to do?
- How to protect yourself against the coronavirus? What methods of risk prevention should be used?
The first coronavirus infection in Poland was documented. Due to the continuous increase in the number of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus and the high death rate, more and more people are wondering how they can avoid the coronavirus. Especially since recently many Poles have returned from the so-called «Higher risk». This is why a free helpline has been launched on 800 190 590 where you can get the latest information about the virus. What questions are the most frequently asked?
Due to the dangerously rapidly spreading COVID-19 coronavirus around the world, Minister of Health Łukasz Szumowski decided to include a special hotline. It can be called by people who have symptoms that indicate the presence of the COVID-19 coronavirus in the body. The hotline is open 800 hours a day. Consultants who answer all questions from patients are waiting at 190 590 XNUMX.
The Ministry of Health has posted on Twitter the five most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 coronavirus, along with the answers.
The COVID-19 coronavirus caused by the pathogen SARS-CoV-2 may be asymptomatic at first. The incubation period of the disease lasts up to 14 days, but most often the first symptoms appear after five days. There are also cases of virus multiplication up to 24 days. Therefore, when you return from high-risk countries or come into contact with people who have traveled to those countries, you should carefully observe your body. Three common symptoms of the COVID-19 coronavirus should catch our attention:
- shortness of breath;
- cough;
- fever.
Symptoms that make the dangerous virus similar to a cold or flu appear less frequently: muscle aches, dizziness, sore throat and a feeling of breakdown.
What to do after returning from northern Italy, when we have noticed symptoms of the disease?
After returning from northern Italy or another country with a higher risk list, the nearest sanitary and epidemiological station should be notified. For the next days after the return (maximum 24), you should observe whether the above-mentioned symptoms have not appeared and have significantly worsened. If this happens, go to the nearest infectious diseases ward or observation and infectious diseases ward.
In this case, it is better not to choose public or intercity transport but your own car. However, if we do not have such a possibility, you should follow all safety rules, including covering your mouth with a mask.
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Is it possible to go abroad to a high-risk country?
A trip to a high-risk country is not recommended. These countries include:
- Italy;
- China;
- Taiwan;
- South Korea;
- Singapore;
- Iran,
- Japan,
- Thailand,
- Hong Kong.
Some of the flights to these countries have been canceled. Travel agencies reimburse the cost of paid tickets. If we have a scheduled business trip to a selected country, let’s check if it can be canceled or connected only with business customers using any chosen messenger.
What are people returning from high-risk countries to do?
People who have returned from high-risk countries should have their health monitored for up to 24 days. In this case, it is necessary to measure the temperature every day (in the morning and in the evening) and to observe the symptoms.
The basic rule for protecting yourself not only against the coronavirus, but also other diseases, is to wash your hands thoroughly.
Washing your hands should take 20-30 seconds.
The infographic below shows all the details:
In addition, it is worth mentioning the other rules:
- keeping a safe distance from other people;
- compliance with the rules regarding sneezing and coughing (in a disposable handkerchief or in the elbow bend);
- refraining from touching your face (especially your nose, eyes and mouth).
- not sharing food (e.g. reaching for the same packet of crisps);
- airing the house;
- greeting without a handshake or a kiss;
- using only your own towels and toothbrushes.
This you need to know:
- What are the symptoms of the disease caused by the coronavirus?
- 10 questions about the coronavirus. What do you need to know?
- Coverage of the COVID-19 coronavirus [Map updated]
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