POST LOCKDOWN ECONOMIC RECOVERY CAMPAIGN
economic recovery
The District Economic Recovery Campaign is a multi-sectoral campaign that brings the Private Sector, the Public Sector and Civil Society together. The energy behind this comes from the resilient spirit of our informal entrepreneurs all the way up the economic ladder to our international operations, combined with the solid support of the various National, Provincial and local Government under these trying times.
We are driving co-ordinated support programmes to the following sectors :
- Creative Arts
- Tourism and Medical Tourism
- Agriculture
- SAFE District – Safety and Security
- Smart District – WiFI
- Sustainable District – Solar Rooftops on our retailers
- Developmental Planners with Investors and Property Developers
- Civil Society with Stovels and on-line training platforms
- Business support in the motivating of rebates and concessions
- Youth
COVID-19 Overview
CO’ stands for corona, ‘VI’ for virus, and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as ‘2019 novel coronavirus’ or ‘2019-nCoV.’ The COVID-19 virus is a new virus linked to the same family of viruses as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and some types of common cold.
Symptoms
COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate symptoms.
Common symptoms:
- Fever; Tiredness; Dry cough; Shortness of breath.
Some people may experience:
- Aches and pains; Nasal congestion; Runny nose; Sore throat; Diarrhea.
On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.
People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should self-isolate. Seek medical attention if you have a fever, a cough, and difficulty breathing. Call ahead.
Prevention
Protect yourself and others around you by knowing the facts and taking appropriate precautions. Follow advice provided by your local public health agency.
To prevent the spread of COVID-19:
- Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub.
- Maintain a safe distance from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
- Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
- Stay home if you feel unwell.
- If you have a fever, a cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention. Call in advance.
- Follow the directions of your local health authority.
Avoiding unneeded visits to medical facilities allows healthcare systems to operate more effectively, therefore protecting you and others.
Treatments
To date, there are no specific vaccines or medicines for COVID-19.
Treatments are under investigation, and will be tested through clinical trials.
Everyone should keep a healthy lifestyle at home. Maintain a healthy diet, sleep, stay active, and make social contact with loved ones through the phone or internet. Children need extra love and attention from adults during difficult times. Keep to regular routines and schedules as much as possible.
It is normal to feel sad, stressed, or confused during a crisis. Talking to people you trust, such as friends and family, can help. If you feel overwhelmed, talk to a health worker or counsellor.