In Europe, a new variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) was found. And efforts are underway to halt it.
It was discovered this summer on mink farms. And it has since spread to other farms. More, people are also becoming infected, too.
Governments are working to stop the variant, that includes culling mink farms.
Some are questioning the impact on vaccine development. And this is a big concern.
So let’s keep up the fight. There are several key steps to take to reduce it They’re social distancing, wearing a mask, hand washing and to avoid touching the face.
CNN , NPR and others have recently reported this outbreak.
Here are the key mask messages to halt COVID-19:
Masks Telegraph a Key Health Message
A mask is a health message. Wearing one telegraphs an important health message.
A mask reminds the person wearing it that the virus is serious. It also reminds others of the same message, too. In some settings such as schools, masks remain key.
Masks Protect the Person Wearing the Mask
Masks help protect us from the virus. This is key.
Masks Protect Others, too
Masks also protect others if we have the virus. It can be days before symptoms appear. Yet, you could still spread it. Also, some people carry the virus but never experience symptoms themselves.
Please wear a mask. And encourage others, too.
Illustration by Natasha Remarchuk