00:00So in this segment, I'll be answering some of the frequently asked questions.
00:06So the first one is, can the warm weather or hot bath prevent the virus?
00:09So there's no evidence that shows that warm weather can actually eliminate the virus.
00:13However, there are some studies that say that the warm weather can decrease the virulence
00:17or the rate of spread of this virus.
00:20Can the coronavirus be killed by cold temperature?
00:23There are no studies to prove that.
00:24So can the virus be transmitted through imported goods?
00:27How can we be safe just in case?
00:29So there's no evidence that shows that you can be infected from imported goods.
00:33However, we know that the droplets from a sneeze or a cough can land on surfaces, and
00:37depending on the type of surfaces, it can last between one hour to a few days.
00:43So it's safe to shop online.
00:46So can the virus be transmitted through mosquito bites?
00:49No, it can't.
00:50Are hand sanitizers more effective than soap?
00:54Based on the International Health Organization, soap is more effective than alcohol-based
00:59hand sanitizers.
01:00Can cats, dogs, or other pets get infected?
01:02What precautions should families with pets take?
01:05So there are no studies that show that you can be infected or your pet can be infected
01:08with coronavirus, but it's important to follow proper hygiene for your pet.
01:13Garlic has antimicrobial properties, can be used as a preventative measure.
01:17So garlic is an important nutrient, but it's not going to protect you from coronavirus.
01:23Can antibiotics help in the treatment?
01:25Why are they sometimes used?
01:27Most antibiotics are used for bacteria, so using it for viruses is not going to do anything.
01:33Is corona the worst virus the world has faced?
01:35No, there are viruses that are much worse than corona.
01:39The fatality rate of corona is only 2% compared to other viruses that can be much, much higher.
01:44Can people who recover still be carriers?
01:47So there's no evidence regarding that yet.
01:50Is it safe to eat at restaurants or eat food that is prepared by others?
01:54It is safe to eat in restaurants as long as the UAE authorities, including health authorities,
01:58did not say otherwise.
02:01How are young people and older affected by the disease differently?
02:05Everyone is susceptible to the disease.
02:07Based on the statistics, kids are less prone to the disease, and the elderly are more prone
02:12to complications from the disease.
02:14Is there a vaccine available yet?
02:15So far there's no vaccine, but the scientists are working on it.
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