Covid-19: The 10 questions you need to know the answer!
The spread of the Covid-19 virus was followed by the persistent presence of lockdown and social distancing with several speculations that got aired and channelized into people's minds. The entire world was exposed to a state of panic when it was introduced to a virus that was lesser known with no proper absolute information. People were dying and we still couldn't lay our hands-on how to deal with this pandemic. This gave rise to several speculations, some of which were relatable and reasonable while others stood baseless and unimportant.
Let us discuss a few unique 10 FAQs concerning Covid-19.
Is Covid-19 more dangerous than Flu?
Answer: Yes, Covid-19 has a higher rate of mortality and disease infection impact compared to the Flu. It has killed more people in the US alone than Flu has killed in the last few years.
How is Covid-19 affecting other public health care threats?
Answer: Covid-19 has adversely affected the health care sector directly or indirectly depending on the death rate. For future impacts, it is believed to have long-lasting effects on neonatal and maternal deaths.
Is mask mandatory?
Answer: Yes, but it also depends on the coverage your mask is providing. Wear it up to your nose such that it protects you from breathing any contagious droplets hanging in the air.
Why shall governments help other countries to access vaccines?
Answer: Accessibility of vaccines to other poorer countries is not only a charitable action but also a smart one. The sooner, all the countries get virus-free, the sooner we will be free from this pandemic and its dreadful impact.
Can we achieve herd immunity without getting vaccinated?
Answer: No, given the number of the dramatic loss of human lives, vaccines seem the only possible and effective way to achieve herd immunity against the virus.
Shall we trust the newly developed vaccines?
Answer: Fearing minor side effects of vaccines is a lot better than death from a contagious virus. Also, vaccines have undergone safe clinical trials under acute supervision and instructions and are also the need of the hour.
Can there be a risk of re-infection?
Answer: Yes, just like the common cold, SARS-CoV-2 can reinfect people too.
Will regular handwashingg protect me against the coronavirus?
Answer: It is recommended to wash your hands frequently, however, no it is not enough to protect you. You need to follow stricter guidelines to ensure safety.
Can I get reinfected despite being fit and healthy?
Answer: Yes, you can get reinfected even if you are naturally fit. However, the severity of the disease will depend on your immunity.
Do small sample sizes affect the efficiency of clinical trials?
Answer: No, rather, a small sample size means more benefit of efficacy in outcomes with a clear intervention.
A piece of short and brief information on a few FAQs has been given above that will efficiently help to clear the air for speculations.
