Social Distancing and Hygiene Habits Are Essential to Contain the Pandemic – Remember Important Tips
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Due to the long period of quarantine, some people naturally become anxious and want to get back to their
normal routine. Despite the easing of restrictions in some regions, the global health agencies have
reinforced the need to keep social distancing and hygiene practices, including the use of cloth masks,
to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. Vale continues to follow all recommendations and guidelines established
by the local authorities as everyone else.
“The scientific community is committed but there is still a lot to learn about the disease; there are
only five months of studies,” reinforces Vale's doctor, Paulo Rogerio Gomes de Lima. “Hand washing
with soap continues to be a very effective weapon in this fight, as well as social distancing and the
use of masks.”
Check out these important guidelines:
- Avoid crowds. Avoid shows and events, including family dinners and birthday parties
– even if a few people are together. Meet your friends and family but choose virtual meetings. Click
here and check some apps that can help you.
- Keep your hands, clothes, and objects clean. Any supplies brought into your home
must be cleaned with a 70% alcohol solution or washed with soap and water. As soon as you get home,
take your clothes off and immediately wash them. You should always wash your hands with soap and
water. Watch the video showing how to wash your hands properly.
- Pay attention to the excessive consumption of food, drinks, and products in general.
The consumption of less healthy foods at home tends to be higher, producing harmful effects on the
body and the budget.
Check out tips on how to eat during this period.
- Pay special attention to the consumption of alcoholic beverages. The World Health
Organization (WHO) has expressed concern about the increase in the consumption of alcoholic
beverages during this quarantine period. Alcohol is not a healthy strategy to deal with emotions. Check out tips
for dealing with mental health during the quarantine.
- Try physical exercise, a good night's sleep, or a pleasant activity. These
activities help with mental and physical health.See
some exercises that you can do at home. Here you can also read tips to get a good
night's sleep.
- Be aware of online shopping expenses. In an attempt to reduce the discomfort of
isolation or the change in routine, due to the pandemic, uncontrolled consumption and associated
debts have increased. Be aware and plan not to cause other problems.Understand
how emotions can impact consumption.
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for more tips and guidance and about Vale’s actions to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Social Distancing and Hygiene Habits Are Essential to Contain the Pandemic – Remember Important Tips