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According to the decision of the Government of the Czech Republic, from Tuesday it is not permitted to enter public transport without a face mask; this is being introduced because of the dangerous coronavirus.
But many people don’t even have a mask, because the state has not obtained them yet. Whether it is effective to use a scarf instead of a mask. We asked virologist Ruth Tachezy about that. She also warned us how great a danger mobile phones can pose.
Advice on how to protect yourself: Mobile phones.
Mobile phones represent a tremendous danger. We all use them, and very often. They are with us at every step, which means that anything can be on them.
“In general we know that the mobile phone is a source of all sorts of things, not just viruses but also bacteria, and people really don’t realize it. Wiping the surface of the phone with something intended for that purpose is appropriate. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a disinfectant; mechanical cleaning helps too — you need a slightly damp cloth. That is very important,” warned expert Ruth Tachezy.
Mask “According to WHO recommendations (World Health Organization) it is important that people on the front line have those masks. It is important to understand when a person needs those masks.
That means: if I’m alone, walking down the street and I’m not ill, then I don’t need a mask, ” said the virologist.
Instructions on how to make a mask are on the WHO website. If you don’t have masks, it’s good to wear scarves. Covering the nose and mouth is the most important. Keep in mind that when you take a mask down, it can be contaminated and you should immediately wash your hands, “explained Tachezy.
Respirators are available in very limited numbers.
Can a respirator be used repeatedly?
“It is not ideal to use a respirator repeatedly. However, if there is no other option, I recommend above all caution when removing it. Take it off so that you don’t touch the front side, which could be infected, holding it only by the straps. Then place it on a surface that you consider contaminated. Place the respirator so that the side that was on your mouth is facing up, and of course then wash your hands. You should remove the mask and respirator carefully so that the shape is not deformed, ” described Tachezy.
Gloves
“Gloves are good if after taking them off you don’t put them down in a place where it would be a problem that it is contaminated. So yes, gloves are not bad. But we must realize what we do with the gloves (not touching the face, etc.)” said the virologist. Avoid crowds.
the virologist warned.
