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I want to travel from Mumbai to Kolkata with my 3.5 months old baby. I would prefer taking a flight. Could you please let me know what all precautions should I take for my baby to protect her from Coronavirus. Also, I want to understand ways in which I can reduce risk for my baby.
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During the time of pandemic it is advisable to avoid any unnecessary travel as much as possible especially with such a small baby.In dire emergency you can travel taking utmost precautions like wearing mask,maintaining social distance,frequently using the sanitiser.For baby complete the immunisation before travelling.
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Take universal precautions as you know already. Children are not so susceptible usually. Very small children are not very comfortable with masks. There are some views to avoid masks for very small babies. Don't be afraid to travel.
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stay away from crowd. identify people who are coughing or sneezing and away from them.
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don't let Corona take over your life. Just carry on with precautions.
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Use face shield,mask and keep sanitizer.
Avoid touching surfaces around.
Avoid congested places.
After reaching to home discard all clothes and take bath properly.
Gargles with leukewarm water.
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watch for any symptoms for next 10-14 days and maintain social distance for this period.
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