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A study out of Singapore showed why social distancing(SOW-SHL DIST-ANCE-ING) — Intentionally increasing the space between people to prevent the spread of a disease is so important in slowing the spread of the coronavirus. If done right, it will make a huge difference in fighting the coronavirus pandemic(PAN-DEM-IC) — When a new disease spreads around the world because there is no resistance to it.
Note: These numbers are based on estimates, which is the best we can do!
The research team tested using the following methods: the isolation(EYE-SOW-LAY-SHUN) — Imposed separation from other people to eliminate transmission of an infection via touch or air transfer of the sick as well as quarantining the family of the sick, workplace distancing (i.e. staying home), and closing schools.
The authors also noted that if the percent of people who contract the disease and don’t show symptoms (asymptomatic carriers)is higher, then additional measures (interventions) would be needed. This is why you also need to keep your distance!
For more details around the parameters and results, check out the study for yourself.
And, if you still need some more motivation about why you should be practicing social distancing(SOW-SHL DIST-ANCE-ING) — Intentionally increasing the space between people to prevent the spread of a disease, check out our article Wondering Why You Need to Grow Your Personal Space Bubble?
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