The BODY BEAUTIFUL FLP
COVID-19 Support Page
Providing local Help and Support through the Global pandemic
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COVID-19 - How We Are Helping
This is an unprecedented time globally.
We now live in a global village. This is borne out by the fact that what affects someone in Ilasamaja is like to have an impact either directly or indirectly on someone in Newfoundland.
That is why more than ever we must come together to combat and defeat this global pandemic.
Here at Body Beautiful Flp we will do our bit to help by creating our own little portal where we will share free advice information and resources you can access at this time of global crisis
We are ALL in this TOGETHER
A few important things to note. Nothing on this page is new. It has probably been shared in different forms by many others and at different times on other platforms.
However, what is important is this, having one more information channel can only be a good thing in the fight against this virus. We want to help in our own little way by providing a mini one stop shop for the following:
- Information on the Virus - including
- symptoms,
- prevention,
- what to do if you feel you have contracted the virus
- Information on - Where to get help with health care
- Where to get help with food
- Where to get help money - either as individuals or business owners
- How to stay well, active and productive during this period
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According to WHO Covid-19 is a respiratory infectious disease caused by the newly discovered corona virus.
Most people who contract the disease will experience mild to moderate symptons or respiratory illness.
Older people or people who have underlying medical conditions (including but not limited to diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer ) are more likely to become very ill or have a very high risk of dying from the viral infection
How to Protect yourself from COVID-19
- Wash your hands with soap or an alcohol based hand sanitiser. Where you use soap, wash thoroughly (say for about 20 seconds) - as a rough guide, for as long as it takes you to sing a full verse of the "♪Happy Birthday... ♪" song
- Avoid touching your face and mouth and nose
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- Practice social distancing - stay a distance of about 2 meters (approx 6 feet) away from folks especially those who are coughing or sneezing
- Maintain respiratory hygeine - Ensure that when you have to cough of sneeze that you cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or with tissue
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- Protect and boost your immune health by eating healthy - ie. fresh fruits with plenty of natural vitamins especially Vitamin C
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- If you have a cough fever or difficulty breathing get medical help early
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- The graphic below - courtesy of JBS Medical Services illustrates the tips provided above
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Things can no longer be business as usual
Everybody has to give a little to make a BIG overall difference
Where to find help
Everybody has to give a little to make a BIG difference overall
This may sound obvious:
- Listen to the News from Credible Sources - in other words from the mainstream channels or platforms. There is a lot of unverified inaccurate and potentially harmful information out there. Be sure to act only on credible verified information - the fact that a friend shared a website link or a video clip or a post does not mean the information is accurate
- The Nigerian Centre For Disease Control - +234 800 9700 0010 Their website address is www.ncdc.gov.ng
- If you live in Lagos - The Lagos State Ministry of Health... contact any of the following numbers 0802 316 9483, 0803 356 5529 or 0805 281 7243 (if outside Lagos, your state's ministry of Health
- Below is a Directory of COVID-19 State Help Lines for a number of different States in Nigeria - The list is being constantly updated
Help with Food
- Many parts of the country have a 'lockdown' with restrictions on movement. However shops are open that sell food and essential items.
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Help with Food
Individuals Charities and Organisations
- Some Churches and religious groups are giving away food - find out what churches in your area are doing
- Charities and Agencies providing help with food
- Food banks
- Listen to News Channels for updates and information
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Information Help and Support Through the COVID-19 Crisis
Help with Health Care
Isolation Centre(s)
The Lagos State Government has set up some isolation centres for those who have symptoms of the virus.
The addresses and details are listed below
The YPO a Lagos based NGO in partnership with the Lagos StateGovernment has set up an isolation centre in Lagos.
The address is:
- The Landmark Event Centre Plots 2 & 3 Water Corporation Drive, Victoria Island.
The Centre will only admit symptomatic confirmed cases that need hospital based care.
Hospitals & Testing
If you fall ill, contact the NCDC hotline on 0800 970 00010 or if you are in Lagos State, 08000CORONA (08000267662) to get tested.
The following categories of people can get tested:
- Anyone with travel history outside Nigeria who presents with a fever, cough or breathing difficulties within 14 days of arrival
- Anyone who has the above symptoms and has been in contact with a confirmed case
- Anyone with fever and either cough, breathing difficulty or shortness of breath in an area of high COVID-19 occurrence in Nigeria with no other explanation
LIST OF COVID-19 TESTING SITES IN LAGOS STATE
How to stay healthy through this period
Stories on staying healthy
Nutrition and staying well
Supplements to boost your immune system
Exercise Videos and Wellness Tips
Click here for links to videos on exercises you can do to keep you fit and healthy through this period
Click below for Tips on how to maintain your wellness during the time
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Local Information Help and Support Through the COVID-19 Crisis
Help with Money
If you are employed - chances are your employer will continue to pay your all or part of your salary.
If you need short term financial assistance below is some information
- The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced a N50billion stimulus package to help individuals and business cope with the pandemic. We understand that this scheme will be run by banks and micro finance institutions.
Follow the link below for more information on help being offered to individuals and small business owners. Note that these are loans that must be repaid
https://nmfb.com.ng/covid-19-support
But in summary the facility is available to:
- Households that can provide strong evidence that their income has been adverserly affected by COVID-19
- Medium and Small enterprises that have verifiable evidence of their activities being adversely affected by COVID-19
For more information follow the link below-
https://nmfb.com.ng/covid-19-support
Charities providing Monetary grants
Government Support for business owners/Employers
For information on coping with the Pandemic - download our FREE COVID-19 Help Information and Support Guide
A detailed information guide to help you cope with the pandemic
What to do if you fall ill
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How To Boost Your Immune System
EAT PLENTY OF FRUIT AND VEG
Fruits and vegetable contain the natural nutrients and vitamins your body needs to support and boost your immune system.
EXERCISE AND KEEP FIT
A good work out is a great way of keeping your blood pumping and to naturally produce the chemicals your body needs to fight infections
TAKE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
Even though eating healthy and natural foods is good for you, nutritional supplements contain the right concentration of vitamins and nutrients your body's immune system needs for maximum protection and support. Visit our products page for a selection or quality supplements for your protection.
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