COVID-19 ALERT!

According to WHO, there is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

As of 6 April 2020, according to the Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), there are 123 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Bangladesh, including 33 patients who have recovered and 12 related deaths; Case Fatality Rate (CFR) is 09.76%.

Lifeline encourages everyone to follow and coordinate with the government and health officials.

Update & Recommendation

On 5 April 2020, in a nation-wide televised address, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh outlined measures and plans undertaken by the Government to address the COVID-19 impact. Concerning the health sector response, she referred to the National Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19 in Bangladesh, which was developed based on the country’s previous experience and WHO guidelines.

You can protect yourself and help prevent spreading the virus to others if you:

Do

Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds, with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub

Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue or flexed elbow when you cough or sneeze

Avoid close contact (1 meter or 3 feet) with people who are unwell

Stay home and self-isolate from others in the household if you feel unwell

Don't

Touch your eyes, nose, or mouth if your hands are not clean. #stayhome #staysafe #lifeline