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◆ Know what to do if you are sick and are concerned about Covid-19. Contact a health professional before you start any self-treatment for Covid-19.
◆ Know where and how to get treatment and other support services and resources, including counselling or therapy.
◆ Take care of your emotional health.
Taking care of your emotional health will help you think clearly and react to the urgent needs to protect yourself and your family.
◆ Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
◆ Take care of your body.
◆ Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate.
◆ Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
◆ Exercise regularly.
◆ Get plenty of sleep.
◆ Avoid excessive alcohol and drug use.
◆ Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
◆ Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
◆ Connect with your community- or faith-based organisations.
While social distancing measures are in place, consider connecting online, through social media, or by phone or mail. — www.cdc.gov
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