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1/ Five days after my Covid duty ended, I started having nasal congestion, fatigue, and a mildly sore throat. Yesterday, I got tested for Covid and it came back positive. I only have a mild disease which will hopefully go away in a couple of days. But here& #39;s the thing:
2/ I did my duties in full PPE: 3 layers of clothing and gloves, and least 2 masks, one being an N95. I got back home, kept all my stuff in a separate area, and took a long warm bath before going anywhere near my family. I still somehow got infected, and my family is at risk.
3/ We need to be careful. Going out without masks, not following protocols/maintaining adequate distance is going to make things worse. We& #39;ve seen how markets were packed these last few days, and now cases are increasing. We are not only putting ourselves at risk but others too.
4/ I actually worked in conditions far better than our Govt. hospitals where I& #39;ve previously worked. All Health-care Workers require PPE. Don& #39;t force them to work without it, it& #39;s criminal. And it& #39;s everyone& #39;s loss as infected personnel cannot work & there is already a shortage.
5/ Also, a lot is being said about PPE, esp. masks, being adequate in our Govt. hospitals which is a lie. People have to wear a single surgical mask for as many as 5 days, if not more. I know there& #39;s a shortage of equipment & we have to manage but hey, don& #39;t send it outside then.
6/ Give grants/ bonuses to anyone you want, no one truly cares, but at least equip your HCWs enough that they can go home safely to their loved ones. Every HCW deserves protection; it is their right.
7/ Lastly, if you or anyone you know has mild symptoms (also mentioned) of Covid, do not worry as most infections tend to go away on their own. Here& #39;s what you need to do:
https://www.who.int/publications-detail/home-care-for-patients-with-suspected-novel-coronavirus-(ncov)-infection-presenting-with-mild-symptoms-and-management-of-contacts
Try">https://www.who.int/publicati... to monitor your temperature, breathing rate, and oxygen saturation if possible.
https://www.who.int/publications-detail/home-care-for-patients-with-suspected-novel-coronavirus-(ncov)-infection-presenting-with-mild-symptoms-and-management-of-contacts
Try">https://www.who.int/publicati... to monitor your temperature, breathing rate, and oxygen saturation if possible.
8/ If you have trouble, consult a doctor or med student you know. I& #39;ll be in quarantine for about two weeks, so feel free to ask for any medical help.
Stay home. Stay safe. Maintain distance. Wear a mask.
Eid Mubarak!
Stay home. Stay safe. Maintain distance. Wear a mask.
Eid Mubarak!
