The COVID-19 pandemic is spreading again like wildfire now. India as of now has more than 12,64,698 active cases and the numbers are increasing by the day. This is the time for everyone to be even more careful and not let their guard down. Many cities including Gurgaon are under night curfew again and if the cases keep on rising then more stringent measures may be taken. Wearing a mask, social distancing, and getting vaccinated if imperative.
The government has been regularly issuing guidelines for all to follow. Whether one is an essential service provider, or a business owner, an office goer, or a homemaker. We all need to follow the guidelines, rules, and regulations of the Government.
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU FEEL YOU MIGHT BE CORONA POSITIVE ?
Step 1
Quarantine Yourself and Monitor Your Symptoms : It is imperative to keep yourself away from your family members once you feel that have symptoms . Download the Aarogya Setu App for self assessment.
Most common symptoms:
- fever.
- dry cough.
- tiredness.
Less common symptoms:
- aches and pains.
- sore throat.
- diarrhoea.
- conjunctivitis.
- headache.
- loss of taste or smell.
- a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes.
Serious symptoms:
- difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
- chest pain or pressure.
- loss of speech or movement.
Consult your physician immediately online if you have serious symptoms . Mentioned are the numbers to reach out incase you are unable to get through your doctor
Step 3
After you get your test results act accordingly
Patients with severe symptoms should be immediately hospitalised . Please click on the link to check the availability & booking of beds for COVID patients in Gurgaon
AMBULANCE SERVICE FOR TRANSPORTATION OF COVID POSITIVE PATIENTS IN GURGAON(ONLY FOR EMERGENCY)
- MEDANTA THE MEDICITY- 0124-4141414
- ARTEMIS HEALTH CARE- 0124-4588888
- FORTIS MEMORIAL GURGAON-0124-7162200
- MAX HOSPITAL GURGAON- 0124-6623000
- RAMJILAL AMBULANCE SERVICES- 9810121830 / 9654102102
- AYUSHMAN LIFE SUPPORT AMBULANCE- 9911700900 / 9953700200
Opt for Home Isolation if you are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms
As per the government advisory , one needs isolate self at home or at a paid isolation facility for 14 days if you are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms for COVID . Please refer to the guidelines issued by the Government
You may also move to a paid isolation facility if it is not possible for you to isolate yourself at home . Here are the details for the same . Click below for the details
Home Care Packages by Hospitals : Some hospitals are now providing remote care for those who are asymptomatic or have mild symptoms
HOW TO SAFEGUARD YOUSELF FROM COVID 19 & ALSO BOOST IMMUNITY
- Step out of your home only if it is necessary or really important
- Always wear a mask if once out in the open
- Maintain a safe distance from the other person
- Practice social distancing
- Sanitize your hands regularly with a hand sanitizer or soap & water
- Wash fruits and vegetables properly . You may use a vegetable cleaner for the same
- Download the Aarogya Setu App . The App is aimed at augmenting the initiatives of the Government of India, particularly the Department of Health, in proactively reaching out to and informing the users of the app regarding risks, best practices and relevant advisories pertaining to the containment of COVID-19
- Do consult your physician if you experience symptoms like breathing difficulty, cold , cough , fever . Click here for the symptom details
- Get proper sleep
- Incorporate Vitamin C , yogurt , herbs and anti-oxidant rich foods in your diet
- Hydration is the key so drink a lot of water
- Avoid alcohol consumption and smoking
- Take care of your mental health and practice Yoga /Meditation
- Get Vaccinated . Click here to register
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Dr Ashutosh Shukla ,MD, FACP -Director & Head of Dept. of Medicine, Artemis Hospitals answers all questions on COVID -19