How to protect yourself (from coronavirus):
"There are currently no vaccines available to protect you against human coronavirus infection.
You may be able to reduce your risk of infection by doing the following:
(#1) .. wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
(#2) ..avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands
(#3) .. avoid close contact with people who are sick "
Also:
(#4)..stay home while you are sick - don't spread the illness
(#5) ..avoid close contact with others (#6).. cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands (#7).. clean and disinfect objects and surfaces, especially plateware, silverware, TV remotes, cellphones commonly use by many people.
Not mentioned yet at CDC website is use of an 'N-95' face mask (or higher filtration)
(available at medical supply and conventional hardware stores)
Stock up on over-the-counter medications, and/or holistic medications
Home Medications should include : Kleenex, decongestants, fever reducers, anti-diarrhea medications, sore throat pain reducers, throat lozenges, cough drops, bleach or other disinfectants, extra toilet tissue, extra hand soap, wash bed clothes in sanitizer, extra laundry detergent, etc.
I’d add elderberry to that list. It’s available in many forms, including syrups, gummies, even wine. Home-made or store-bought, both are effective.
Elderberries contain a compound that interferes with a virus’ ability to enter new cells. This prevents it from replicating, and makes it easier for the immune system to respond. It can be taken daily as a preventative, or several times a day after symptoms start to show.
...and don’t eat any bats.
“Not mentioned yet at CDC website is use of an ‘N-95’ face mask”
Maybe better? n99 mask.
Thanks, TIK.