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Globally, COVID-19 pandemic had claimed many lives and is increasing on a higher pace. Governments of all countries are trying their best to battle against corona. The deadly virus has infected more than 7 lakh people across the globe with more than 30,000 fatalities. Currently, US is on top of the list with more than 1 lakh confirmed cases and around 2,300 deaths.
The Indian Government has taken stringent measuress to contain the spread and break the chain of COVID-19, including a 21-day nation-wide lockdown till April 15,which was declared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
So far, 27 deaths have been reported in India, out of which majority of them were senior citizens i.e., above 60 years of age. It does not mean that COVID-19 virus attacks only elderly people, it does have the same impact on all age groups. Because of low and weak immunity as well as multiple issues associated co morbidities like diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, older ones are at more risk.
In a bid to stop or lower the transmission of COVID-19 among elderly people, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India has released a health advisory which contains few important precautionary measures. COVID-19 transmission among elderly population can be reduced by taking following preventive measures. Check them out:
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'Prevention Is Always Better Than Cure'
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