You heard and read a lot about Coronavirus recently. Schools and many businesses are run on-line. Restaurants, theaters, libraries, museums, shops, and non-essential businesses are closed. Social events are canceled. You are told to practice social distancing and stay at home.

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a pandemic with global outbreaks spread quickly. No effective medical treatments are available for this new viral disease, although immunization and new drugs are under development. No supplement will cure or prevent Coronavirus. Older adults among age 60 to 80, especially with chronic medical conditions,  are particularly vulnerable to severe or fatal infection. The fight against the coronavirus outbreak has disrupted the lives of millions of people in most countries worldwide. The WHO had raised the healthy emergency to its highest level in March.

During this difficult time, everyone stay home is our contributions to our community in slowing down the disease spread.  The best thing to do is to keep a positive spirit and take good care of yourself. Make sure to put your own well-being on the top priority, Eat healthy and rest well to optimize body’s immune function. Keep optimal Vitamin D levels, as it enhance overall immune response.  Getting vaccinated against the flu and other diseases. Note: for those over 65, keep both flu (vaccine for over 65) and pneumonia shots up to date will provide better protection for you.  Vaccination stimulates the immune system to protect against illness. 

Take protective measures during Coronavirus pandemic 
  1. Remain calm and be prepared for dealing with unprecedented challenges. Fear and anxiety are natural, but won’t help until we can turn it around into positive energies.
  2. Get essential medicine (your prescription refills, over the counter fever/pain reducer, cold/cough remedy, and other personal needs), food (fresh and non-perishable), and everyday living supplies (including disinfect cleaning detergent) at home. You may buy larger quantity, only to reduce the trips to the store but no need to panic buy toilet papers.
  3. Restrict your time in public and practice social distancing. Use disinfectant wipes whenever possible in public areas (i.e., grocery cart/basket, door handles, elevator buttons, touch screens, waiting rooms, public transportation) and use hand sanitizer afterwards. Avoid any non-essential travel or cruise, and avoid public places where crowds may gather or poorly ventilated environment, where the risk of transmission is much higher.
  4. Medical facilities are high risk environment for cross infection. Avoid go to hospital/medical clinics for routine testing, whether it's a annual check-up, a follow-up appointment for a stable condition or an elective procedure, if it can wait, then it should. Use video visit or tele-health options for medical advice if possible.
  5. Stay home doesn’t mean social isolation. Keep connected with family and friends, keep in touch by phone or interact on social media.
  6. Create a new routine. Keep up with physical activities, go for a nature walk in fresh air, or modify your gym workout for a home exercise routine, to include aerobics, strength, balance, and flexibility.
  7. Always use extra caution for food safety and practice good hygiene. Wash well for all raw produce, clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces/utensils, don’t share food or beverages.
  8. Most importantly, the best protection is washing your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds and dry properly, after touching public areas and before eating. Also remember to avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with hands.​

​Note: If you or your family member have been exposed to the coronavirus, please stay home and practice self-quarantine at least for 14 days,  follow the CDC guidelines. If symptoms develops, seek medical attention early. Be aware of the importance of handwashing and protecting others from coughs and sneezes.
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Coronavirus changed our lives. Focusing too much on the stock market and the economy will only get you depressed during locking down. You don’t have to worry about the things that you don’t have control of, but you can focusing on self-care. If each one of us doing our part to keep healthy, we will stop the viral outbreak and back to normal life soon.

 At home activity list:  pick few things from here to try and will keep you busy.
  • Home cleaning and organizing; clean, disinfect, and de-clutter your home. Create new comfort for yourself and make life more enjoyable.
  • Cooking your favorite recopies and try some new healthy taste.
  • Fitness: go outdoor for a nature walk or join on-line exercise classes, yoga, free weights at home. To learn more, go to Exercise is medicine and Keep life in Motion
  • Music instruments practice.  To learn more, go to Music Learning 
  • DYI home project: look around the house and there are always room for improvements.
  • Crafts and games: fun time! Also enhance brain power and fine motor skills.
  • Write a book: write a e-book is easy with so many free templates to select. Pick a topic and start to write about your life, share your stories, educate with science facts, or any topic of interest.
  • Enjoy nature: Have noticed spring outside of your window or in your back yard? Do you see the birds? See a mourning Dove Story
  • Learning a new language or enroll a class on-line: keep up with lifelong learning.
  • Tax return preparation: It’s tax time. It has to be done. Just do it now and get it over with.
  • Spend quality time with your loved ones and pets

On-line entertainment:  There are a lot of art and culture to explore on line for free or for a small fee at this special time. Take a virtual tour to a world-class museum or a dream land, or enjoy great performances, books and musics.
Self-care begin with self-compassion. Self-care is valuable investment on our well-being. We must help ourselves to stay healthy. The most effective way to fighting virus is strengthen body’s immune functions by taking good care of self. Stay home and stay well with winning confidence will make a big difference.

If you need more help, contact QualityLifeForum@outlook.com for personalized health coaching.

Additional guidance and resources are provided for your information:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/technical-guidance
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/index.html
https://www.ewg.org/

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional for personal conditions.


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