In the advisory, the administration listed several Do’s and Don’ts for the people to prevent the spread of infection. It also issued a COVID-19 helpline number for people to call if they feel any signs and symptoms related to the disease.
Here are the Do’s and Don’ts advised by the Chandigarh administration:
> Always wear a mask in public places to cover the mouth and nose
> Cover nose and mouth with a handkerchief/tissue while sneezing and coughing
> Throw used tissue into closed bins immediately after use
> Avoid close contact settings, crowds and closed spaces
> Must maintain social distance (minimum one metre) in public places
> Practice frequent hand washing. Wash hands with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand rub. Wash hands even if they are visibly clean
> Avoid unnecessary travel
> See a doctor if one feels unwell (fever, difficulty in breathing and cough). While visiting the doctor, wear a mask to cover your mouth and nose
> If you have these signs/symptoms, please call COVID helpline numbers: 1075 or 9779558282
> All residents are advised to get the booster dose of the COVID vaccine and get their children vaccinated too
> Avoid close contact with anyone, if one experiences cough and fever
> Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with hands
> Do not spit in public places