Why Social Distancing is so Important

How does COVID-19 spread?

• People to People
• Between individuals standing within about 1m from each other
• Droplets from the infected through coughing, sneezing or speaking
• Surfaces
• When droplets from the infected land on surfaces through touch or sneezing / coughing, the viruses stay for a period of time
• Others will be infected if they touch these surfaces and bring their hands to their mouth, eyes or nose

COVID-19 spreads very easily and is highly contagious.

Social Distancing is the way to go

• Keeping a safe distance from others is crucial in preventing the spread as the virus is said to mainly transmit through close contact
• Viruses can still spread from the infected who are asymptomatic (do not exhibit any signs), they might not be aware that they are carriers of the disease
• Sick individuals who are still interacting with others

Things to note when social distancing

• Keep at least one meter apart from others when speaking or interacting
• Do not touch any part of your face with hands that are not clean, especially after touching shared surfaces
• Stay home where ever possible and avoid physical interaction with people outside your immediate family nucleus
• Make sure to wash hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizes frequently
• When sick, visit the doctor and get tested if deemed necessary.  Make sure to self-isolate until 100% sure you are COVID free.
• Wear a mask if not feeling well or in situations where public interactions are high