As of December 10, there are currently 40 confirmed active cases of COVID-19. Persons who have tested positive and are having moderate symptoms of COVID-19 should know how to take care of themselves while at home. If you are feeling breathless, it can help to keep your room cool, turn on the air-conditioned unit or open windows/doors.
Persons can also try:
breathing slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth, with your lips together like you’re gently blowing out a candle
sitting upright in a chair
relaxing your shoulders, so you are not hunched
leaning forward slightly – support yourself by putting your hands on your knees or on something stable like a chair
“Try not to panic if you’re feeling breathless. This can make it worse,” Dr. Georges advised.
Persons who test positive are reminded to disclose their positive status especially if they live in a household with other people, abide by quarantine orders and minimise contact with other persons.