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Commonly known as COVID-19 or SARS-CoV-2, the Coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc among millions of lives worldwide.
In the recent report as of May 1, COVID-19 has already afflicted more than 3.3 million individuals.
What’s more alarming is the high number of healthcare workers in the Philippines who have contracted the disease. Moreover, DOH confirmed on Monday a total of 1,694 healthcare workers who have been infected by COVID-19, the majority of these are nurses or nursing assistants.
While there are several articles discussing the prevention of the virus, WHO has released COVID-19 advice for the public.
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public
To our medical front liners, we thank you for all that you do.
Nevertheless, it’s important to pause from your daily duty or habits and gather your thoughts. Besides, this pandemic can be taxing to your physical and mental health alike.
Having said this, there are ways on how to take care of yourself amidst these uncertain times.
Before anything else, know that it’s normal to feel stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious.
People react differently to stress. Quoted from Mayo Clinic Health System, “Emotions in response to uncertainty may include anxiety, fear, anger, and sadness. You also could feel helpless, discouraged, and, occasionally, out of control. Physical responses may include headache, muscle tension, fatigue, and sleeplessness.”
Here are ways to take care of ourselves so that we can better care for our families and other people, according to the Psychological Association of the Philippines.
Scientists are working hard to find a cure.
Remember that this is not the end. No matter how things look, God is still in control. He has plans. Always remember God’s promise:
“For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future,” JEREMIAH 29:11
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand,” ISAIAH 41:10
You may be experiencing a huge challenge and pressure brought about by this pandemic but always know that there will be an end to all of these soon. Keep on holding on and keep being positive because there will always be light at the end of the tunnel. Keep your focus on your international career goal, continue to study on your NCLEX, or maybe your Abu Dhabi Exam, Dubai Exam, Saudi Exam, Qatar Exam, or Oman healthcare professional licensure examination. If you need hassle-free assistance on the said licensure examinations, click here.
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