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To prevent infection and to slow transmission of COVID-19, do the following:

Get vaccinated when a vaccine is available to you.

Stay at least 1 metre apart from others, even if they don’t appear to be sick.

Wear a properly fitted mask when physical distancing is not possible or when in poorly ventilated settings.

Choose open, well-ventilated spaces over closed ones. Open a window if indoors.

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub.

Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

If you feel unwell, stay home and self-isolate until you recover.

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate illness and recover without hospitalization.

Most common symptoms:

fever

cough

tiredness

loss of taste or smell.

Less common symptoms:

sore throat

headache

aches and pains

diarrhoea

a rash on skin, or discolouration of fingers or toes

red or irritated eyes.

Serious symptoms:

difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

loss of speech or mobility, or confusion

chest pain.

Seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms. Always call before visiting your doctor or health facility.

People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should manage their symptoms at home.

On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.