FIGHT BACK WITH COVID -19
PREVENTION IS BETTER THEN CURE
In the wake of the Covid 19 outbreak, entire mankind across the globe is suffering.
Enhancing the body’s natural defence system (immunity) plays an important role
in maintaining optimum health.
We all know that prevention is better than cure. While there is no medicine for
COVID-19 as of now, it will be good to take preventive measures which boost our
immunity in these times.
WHAT IS CORONA VIRUS?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The most recently discovered coronavirus causes coronavirus disease COVID-19.
WHAT IS COVID -19?
COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. This new virus and disease were unknown before the outbreak began in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. COVID-19 is now a pandemic affecting many countries globally.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
fever
cough
tiredness
weakness
Other symptoms that are less common and may affect some patients include
aches and pains,
nasal congestion,
headache,
conjunctivitis,
sore throat, diarrhea,
loss of taste or smell or a rash on skin or discoloration of fingers or toes.
These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually.
Some people become infected but only have very mild symptoms.
Most people (about 80%) recover from the disease without needing hospital treatment. Around 1 out of every 5 people who gets COVID-19 becomes seriously ill and develops difficulty breathing. Older people, and those with underlying medical problems like high blood pressure, heart and lung problems, diabetes, or cancer, are at higher risk of developing serious illness. However, anyone can catch COVID-19 and become seriously ill. People of all ages who experience fever and/or cough associated with difficulty breathing/shortness of breath, chest pain/pressure, or loss of speech or movement should seek medical attention immediately. If possible, it is recommended to call the health care provider or facility first, so the patient can be directed to the right clinic.
prevent and protect yourself from covid -19
You can reduce your chances of being infected or spreading COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions:
- Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands.
- Maintain at least 1 metre distance between yourself and others. Why? When someone coughs, sneezes, or speaks they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person has the disease.
- Avoid going to crowded places. Why? Where people come together in crowds, you are more likely to come into close contact with someone that has COVID-19 and it is more difficult to maintain physical distance of 1 metre.
- Make sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately and wash your hands. Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good respiratory hygiene, you protect the people around you from viruses such as cold, flu and COVID-19.
- Stay home and self-isolate even with minor symptoms such as cough, headache, mild fever, until you recover. Have someone bring you supplies. If you need to leave your house, wear a mask to avoid infecting others. Why? Avoiding contact with others will protect them from possible COVID-19 and other viruses.
- If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, but call by telephone in advance if possible and follow the directions of your local health authority. Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections.
- Keep up to date on the latest information from trusted sources, such as WHO or your local and national health authorities. Why? Local and national authorities are best placed to advise on what people in your area should be doing to protect themselves.
prevent it by home remedy
RECOMMENDED MEASURES
I General Measures
1. Drink warm water throughout the day.
2. Daily practice of Yogasana, Pranayama and meditation for at least 30
minutes as advised by Ministry of AYUSH (#YOGAatHome #StayHome
#StaySafe)
3. Spices like Haldi (Turmeric),
Jeera (Cumin),
Dhaniya (Coriander) and
Lahsun (Garlic) are recommended in cooking.
II Ayurvedic Immunity Promoting Measures
1. Take Chyavanprash 10gm (1tsf) in the morning. Diabetics should take sugar
free Chyavanprash.
2. Drink herbal tea / decoction (Kadha) made from Tulsi (Basil), Dalchini
(Cinnamon), Kalimirch (Black pepper), Shunthi (Dry Ginger) and Munakka
(Raisin) - once or twice a day. Add jaggery (natural sugar) and / or fresh
lemon juice to your taste, if needed.
HERBAL TEA
KADHAA
TULSI
DALCHINI
KALIMIRCH
SHUNTHI
MUNAKKA
LAVANG
3. Golden Milk- Half tea spoon Haldi (turmeric) powder in 150 ml hot milk -
once or twice a day
III Simple Ayurvedic Procedures
1. Nasal application - Apply sesame oil
/ coconut oil
or Ghee in both the
nostrils (Pratimarsh Nasya) in morning and evening.
2. Oil pulling therapy- Take 1 table spoon sesame or coconut oil in mouth. Do
not drink, Swish in the mouth for 2 to 3 minutes and spit it off followed by
warm water rinse. This can be done once or twice a day.
While some western, traditional or home remedies may provide comfort and alleviate symptoms of mild COVID-19, there are no medicines that have been shown to prevent or cure the disease. WHO does not recommend self-medication with any medicines, including antibiotics, as a prevention or cure for COVID-19. However, there are several ongoing clinical trials of both western and traditional medicines. WHO is coordinating efforts to develop vaccines and medicines to prevent and treat COVID-19 and will continue to provide updated information as soon research results become available.
The most effective ways to protect yourself and others against COVID-19 are to:
- Clean your hands frequently and thoroughly
- Avoid touching your eyes, mouth and nose
- Cover your cough with the bend of elbow or tissue. If a tissue is used, discard it immediately and wash your hands.
- Maintain a distance of at least 1 metre from others.
IV During dry cough / sore throat
1. Steam inhalation with fresh Pudina (Mint) leaves
or Ajwain (Caraway seeds)
can be practiced once in a day.
2. Lavang (Clove) powder mixed with natural sugar
/ honey can be taken 2-3
times a day in case of cough or throat irritation.
3. These measures generally treat normal dry cough and sore throat. However,
it is best to consult doctors if these symptoms persist.
1 The above measures can be followed to the extent possible as per an
individual’s convenience.
2 These measures are recommended by following eminent Vaidyas from
across the Country as they may possibly boost an individual’s immunity
against infections.
1. Padma Shri Vaidya P R Krishnakumar, Coimbatore
2. Padma Bhushan Vaidya Devendra Triguna, Delhi
3. Vaidya P M Varier, Kottakkal
4. Vaidya Jayant Devpujari, Nagpur
5. Vaidya Vinay Velankar, Thane
6. Vaidya B S Prasad, Belgaum
7. Padma Shri Vaidya Gurdeep Singh, Jamnagar
8. Acharya Balkrishna ji, Haridwar
9. Vaidya M S Baghel, Jaipur
10.Vaidya R B Dwivedi, Hardoi UP
11.Vaidya K N Dwivedi, Varanasi
12.Vaidya Rakesh Sharma, Chandigarh
13.Vaidya Abichal Chattopadhyay, Kolkata
14.Vaidya Tanuja Nesari, Delhi
15.Vaidya Sanjeev Sharma, Jaipur
16.Vaidya Anup Thakar, Jamnagar
Disclaimer: The above advisory does not claim to be treatment for COVID 19.
REFERENCE /AUTHORIZED
WHO HAS IDEALIZE THESE DETAILS
AND THE AYURVEDA ADVISORS