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DominicS

More good info on the Coronavirus

As ever, the Bart's Blog is a good source of credible info. Gavin Giovannoni recognises how concerning this is to MS patients. https://multiple-sclerosis-research.org/2020/02/coronavirus-creates-an-opportunity-for-teriflunomide/
@ItsMewithMS

As always the voice of reason ;-) Regardless of what treatment I am on I would avoid high risk activities right now (or ever) and take proper precautions. Most of the DMTs we are on are not like a faucet that can be turned on and off. The impact of our last treatment will be with us long after the shot, the pill or the infusion. Stay calm and muster on...

@DominicS

Well said. WASh. YOUR. HANDS. Often and for a decent length of time. From the American Centre for Disease Contriol (CDC) website: >> There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including: - Avoid close contact with people who are sick. - Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. - Stay home when you are sick. - Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. - Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. - Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask. - CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19. - Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility). - Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. - If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty. - For information about handwashing, see CDC’s Handwashing website https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/ . <<