The world was taken aback by the advent of COVID-19. Initially, people thought it was just a severe flu. So not everybody was paying attention or taking that seriously.
And we're lucky, the Philippines had no cases in November 2019 I think. However, many Filipinos work all over the world as nurses, sailors, helpers, professionals, and others. And of course, they will be back to Philippines when their contract ended and for vacation to see and visit their loved ones here, some of them even brought friends, new husband and others.
On that note, I believe that in December 2019, the Department of Health began screening for COVID-19 and contracted screening of all incoming passengers. So, in short, the Philippines had a case of COVID-19 and it exploded now to a million cases.
As a mother, I have a responsibility to protect the safety of my family. Fortunately, the school year was almost over and the children will definitely remain at home. Home-based work has started. And the lockdown has been put into place. People are locked up in the home, they can only go out to get what they need. The "Ayudas" food packages and money were distributed at each barangay (we received none of these aids, OK lang). Social distancing has been put into place, masks and face shields are mandatory.
To stay healthy and to help us avoid being sick. I've prepared all of these during this pandemic.
1. Face Mask
In the early stages of the pandemic, all the masks were sold out. It was really difficult to find where to purchase or preorder. Unfortunately, the Philippines was in the midst of the Mount Taal eruption as well. In January 2020, masks were needed then due to falling ashes that reached the neighboring provinces and even here in Manila. I tried to find a seller through on-line and groceries. And the cost was exceedingly high. That is why now I hoarded😊
They said N95 is the best mask to protect us, but due to limited supply we just bought this three layers masks that will protect us.
2. Alcohol
Same thing with the mask, this product was surely impossible to find during this lockdown. And the stores have only limited buyers to buy 2 bottles per person. Now, I got gallons of alcohol.
3. Face Shield
Prior to that, the only mask was needed, but the government also introduced a face shield. The study also found that it can protect us from COVID-19.
4. Portable Infrared Temperature Checker
We had the habit of checking our temperature every 4-8 hours a day. It is handy because we can monitor our temperature if we want to.
5. Blood Pressure Monitor
It's a must for me because I have to keep an eye on my blood pressure every day. This pandemic brings to light the stress, anxiety and depression that I feel. And for this, sometimes or most of the time, my blood pressure hahaha is elevated.
6. Pulse Oximeter
This small device measures the saturation of oxygen carried in your red blood cells. This Pulse oximeter is super useful for our home monitoring of supplemental oxygen, or if one of us will be diagnosed with COVID-19. It helps to keep or watch over our health and to know if we need medical care. This is the reason why it is a must have in this period.
7. Vitamins and Supplement
Because we can't go out like we used to, we don't have enough vitamin D to keep us from falling ill. We take this D3 2000 iu everyday which promotes overall immune health.
For my eldest son, he takes the Super C, a full vitamin to protect him as well.
8. Air Purifier
The focus of this work is to clean the air, which may include pollutants, allergens and toxins during this pandemic.
9. Lysol Disinfectant
Whenever we received something from the grocery store or Shopee or Lazada delivery. We ensure to sanitize it first before opening and use. It was designed to provide protection against germs and can kill bacteria in order to enter our home. There'll be less viruses or germs.
10. Bactidol and Lagundi Tea or Honey Lemon Throat Comfort
These two protect our throats from sore throat sprouts before it gets worse with a cough, cold or flu. "Agap Agad sabi nga"!
If I suspect that one of us is going to be coughing soon, I will immediately tell them to gargle with it. For the tea, we take it every other day before bedtime.
11. Honey and VCO
We take honey every day, my sons take it before going to bedtime and after their vitamins. Honey is a good antioxidant and can soothe a sore throat. It also fights infections and heals wounds. It helps relieve constipation and improves digestion, which can further aid weight loss.
When it comes to virgin coconut oil, it helps to improve blood circulation, lubricates our internal organs, joints and bones, improve the quality of sleep. I mean, it's good for our body.
12. Super Scent Oil
When we experience body pain like stiff neck and muscle joint pain after training or exercise. It is super scent, the smell with help you relax and have a good night's sleep.
That is, I think I have enumerated many of them. This post didn't tell you to have the whole thing. I am simply sharing with you the products and machines I have acquired to help us be healthy during this pandemic.
I hope you have the same experiences and sentiments as I do. We are the only one who can help ourselves.
Keep yourself and your family healthy. We can fight off COVID-19. All we have to do is follow the guidance of the government. Be patient, understanding, helpful, caring and always have FAITH, BELIEVE HIM at all times.
Please be safe!
Tinkerbell
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