Today the world is fighting an invisible enemy. An enemy that has the capacity to inflict serious scars on the population of the world within a short period of time, a virus called COVID 19.
This virus is almost bringing the world to a halt. There is very little human traffic across the globe, especially in hard-hit areas like the USA and Europe.
As most countries have implemented stringent measures to help mitigate the spread of the deadly COVID 19 virus, some countries around the world are in lockdown.
The challenge being faced by most governments is enforcing the lockdown measures. We are not used to lockdowns because of diseases.
My thoughts, however, go out to the families that have been directly infected and affected by the pandemic.
It is my prayer and hope, that God will strengthen you and give you comfort at this very trying moment.
I know it’s not an easy period and I never thought I would live to see and experience such uncertainty in the future of the world.
I have been reading on social media about the many conspiracy theories about the virus and its origins.
My take, for now, is that the current conspiracy theories being thrown around are not helping matters.
Pointing accusing fingers on who caused it and how it came to be in existence is a waste of time and is actually giving more ammunition to the enemy.
Our common goal, for now, should be coming together and fight this invisible but deadly enemy that is capable of wiping out the entire population.
I believe that we should be channeling our energies, efforts, and ideas on how best we can help stop and prevent the further spread of the COVID 19 virus.
How to Stay Safe
In addition to the following recommended preventive measures:
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, or clean them with an alcohol-based hand rub.
- Maintain at least a 2-metre distance between you and people coughing or sneezing.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
- Stay home if you feel unwell.
- Refrain from smoking and other activities that weaken the lungs.
- Practice physical distancing by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from large groups of people.
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.”
For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler
and from the deadly pestilence.
He will cover you with his pinions,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
You will not fear the terror of the night,
nor the arrow that flies by day,
nor the pestilence that stalks in darkness,
nor the destruction that wastes at noonday.
A thousand may fall at your side,
ten thousand at your right hand,
but it will not come near you.
You will only look with your eyes
and see the recompense of the wicked.
Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—
the Most High, who is my refuge—
no evil shall be allowed to befall you,
no plague come near your tent.
For he will command his angels concerning you
to guard you in all your ways.
On their hands they will bear you up,
lest you strike your foot against a stone.
You will tread on the lion and the adder;
the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot.
“Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him;
I will protect him, because he knows my name.
When he calls to me, I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble;
I will rescue him and honor him.
With long life I will satisfy him
and show him my salvation.”
What Are Some of the Symptoms
According to the World Health Organisation, the COVID 19 virus has more devastating effects on people who have an underlying medical condition and those who are over the age of 60 years.
- fever; tiredness; dry cough.
- shortness of breath; aches and pains; sore throat and very few people will report diarrhea, nausea, or a runny nose.
Do not hesitate to self isolate and seek medical help if you present yourself with the above-mentioned symptoms. Seeking early treatment is key to saving your life.
Conclusion
We have been told that the best way to stop the virus from spreading further is to stay at home and maintain high levels of personal hygiene.
The virus does not move on its own. If you move you increase the risk of contracting it and passing it on to other people.
This calls for concerted efforts across the whole world. Its time for countries to unite with a purpose and that begins with you and I.
It’s time for those charged with leadership positions to show leadership. Let’s put aside our ethnic, cultural, economic, racial, tribal, and political differences and unite with one common go.
That go is to eradicate the deadly COVID 19 virus. Lets all standout and be counted in this fight.