Uganda has confirmed 33 cases of Coronavirus. And as a result, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has ordered a lockdown for 14 days to prevent further spread.
The Ministry of Health and the President have appealed to all Ugandans to test for the virus especially if one develops symptoms.
The 33 infected Ugandans are being managed in health facilities of Entebbe Grade B, Masaka and Mulago.
But if a household member develops symptoms of acute respiratory infection, including fever, cough, sore throat and difficulty breathing, follow the steps below.
Place the patient in a well-ventilated single room and provide the patient with a face-mask.
Limit the number of caretakers of the patient to only one person who is in good health.
Wash hands with running water and soap following all contact with sick persons or their immediate environment.
Avoid direct contact with body fluids, particularly oral or respiratory secretions or stool of the patient.
Avoid sharing toothbrushes, eating utensils, dishes, drinks, towels, washcloths or bed linen with the sick person.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as door knobs/ handles, bedside tables, bed-frames, and other bedroom furniture daily with regular household disinfectant or soap.
Clean and disinfect the bathroom and toilet surfaces at least once a day with regular household disinfectant or soap.
Persons with symptoms should remain at home until their symptoms are resolved based on either clinical and/or laboratory findings.
All household members should be considered contacts and their health should be monitored.
