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During a Pandemic
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First and foremost, Stay Calm
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When faced with unfavorable situation people
generally get agitated with confusion. This loss of control causes mental and in
turns physical health deterioration. Harvard Health publishing indicates an
ample documentation supporting the relationship between heart health and
depression. There is compelling evidence for independent anxiety–heart
disease link as well. Calm
your anxious heart is a good read to understand the linkage. Another way to
keep content is to seek a spiritual connection. Here is some resource for your
read.
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Do your part and DO NOT Spread the Germs
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Americans can continue to use and drink tap
water as usual during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Please be sure to follow public health guidance as the situation
develops.
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Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
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When you are sick, keep your distance from
others to protect them from getting sick too.
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Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when
coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
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Washing your hands often will help protect you
from germs.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
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Practice other good health habits. Get plenty of
sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and
eat nutritious food.
