School Advisory-CoronaVirus

Dear Parents,

The 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak is an ongoing public health emergency of international concern involving coronavirus disease 2019. It is caused by SARS-CoV-2, first identified in Wuhan, Hubei, China. As of 5 March 2020, more than 95,000 cases have been confirmed, of which 7,100 were classified as serious 85 countries and territories have been affected, with major outbreaks in Central China, South Korea, Italy, and Iran. More than 3,200 people have died: just over 3,000 in mainland China and around 270 in other countries. More than 51,000 people have recovered.

Advisory for Children/Parents:

1. Frequently clean hands by using alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water (Students should carry their own hand sanitizer).

2. When coughing and sneezing cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue – throw tissue away immediately and wash hands.

3. Avoid close contact with anyone who has a fever and cough.

4. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

5. Shaking hands should be avoided.

6. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty in breathing seek medical care early. Parents should avoid sending their kids to school in case of these symptoms.

Don’t get panic……Prevention is the best possible cure.

Regards