How To Stay Safe As Covid Returns: A 5-Point Checklist

As Covid cases begin to rise again, health authorities are urging people to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour — preventive actions proven to reduce transmission. These simple habits remain essential.

File photo of a healthcare worker collecting a swab sample of a man for Covid-19 test.

Mask Up In High-Risk Settings: Wearing a face mask — especially in crowded, enclosed, or poorly ventilated spaces — continues to be a key defence. N95 or surgical masks offer the best protection. It's especially important in public transport, hospitals, and gatherings | Photo: ANI file

Hand Hygiene: Regularly washing hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based sanitiser helps eliminate viruses picked up from surfaces. Avoiding physical contact with contaminated hands prevents self-infection | Photo: ANI file