As India fights its biggest battle against the novel coronavirus infection in the ferocious second wave, cases are seeing a downward trend in many states across the country. But are we really safe? Is there a third COVID-19 wave coming? Experts say — yes. If the people of the country fail to maintain and follow the safety protocols of the pandemic, the country may see another deadly wave of virus infection. However, an epidemiologist from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has shared some of the crucial steps that we can take to avert or at least reduce the effect of the third wave. Scroll down to know more about it. Also Read – Third COVID-19 Wave May Hit Maharashtra In 2-4 Weeks; Delta Plus Variant Could Be The Reason, Warn Experts

Four Important Factors

According to the experts, there are four factors that can majorly affect the basic reproductive ratio of the expected third wave of coronavirus: Also Read – COVID-19 Has Not Gone Away, Human Behaviour Crucial To Break The Chain: AIIMS Chief

  1. The time and duration of the infection.
  2. Mass gatherings may lead to a huge spread of the virus infection on a larger scale.
  3. The probability of transmission of the COVID-19 infection.
  4. The strength of the population which is susceptible to the virus infection.

Third COVID-19 Wave: How To Prevent?

The expert says that are the four important factors that will play a major role in the severity of the third wave of coronavirus. But, now the question is how to prevent or avert another COVID-19 wave as the country still reels under the second wave? Here’s are some of the most important steps each of us can take: Also Read – Third COVID-19 Wave? Doctors Warn Of Another ‘Worse Wave’ If Norms Are Not Followed Amid Unlock

Do not let your guards down. Keep your masks on and make sure to protect yourself using double masking. Wear a cotton mask and on top of that wear a surgical mask. This double masking has been proven effective in protecting against virus infection.

  • Maintain social distancing. Do not go out into the crowds. Avoid going out unless it is extremely urgent.
  • Maintain social distancing even indoors. Also, keep wearing your masks when indoor. This is an air-borne virus attack.
  • A need for ventilation is suggested. Make sure your living space is well ventilated. Keep the windows open to ensure continuous ventilation.
  • Keep your hands clean. Do not touch your eyes, nose, mouth without washing your hands with soap and water. You can also keep an alcohol-based hand sanitizer handy.

Published : June 17, 2021 12:08 pm | Updated:June 17, 2021 1:14 pm






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