Why a 5 Days MC for Flu Symptoms in this Pandemic

Understand the need to rest when you are sick to keep everyone safe

• 80% of patients have mild symptoms. of COVID symptoms cases can have very mild flu symptoms
• Thinking they are okay, These are the patients that might spread the virus as they mingle around with others
• Medical Certificate ensures that patients are kept at home to reduce the spread
• Common flu & minor illnesses tend to recover within 5 days. Any patients who have yet to recover after 5 days must go back for review with your family physician / GP for further assessment.
• Based on studies on 181 patients from China, its been estimated that median incubation period for covid-19 is 5.1 days. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32150748/

Let us play a part in being responsible individuals. if you are sick, stay indoors and minimise contact with family members