Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

All you need to know to protect yourself and your children

All you need to know to protect yourself and your childrenCO
UNICEF/Egypt 2020/Haleem Elshaarani

Here are some precautions you and your family can take to help avoid infection

Wash your hands frequently using soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub

Wash your hands frequently using soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub

Cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissue immediately

Cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissue immediately

Seek medical care early if you or your child has a fever, cough or difficulty breathing

Seek medical care early if you or your child has a fever, cough or difficulty breathing

Avoid close contact with anyone who has cold or flu-like symptoms

Avoid close contact with anyone who has cold or flu-like symptoms

Egypt received more than 2.6 million doses of the AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine as part of the COVAX initiative to accelerate global access to COVID-19 vaccine.

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COVID-19 Awareness Videos

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Rumors and fake news make a lot of people stigmatize or bully COVID-19 patients, their families or the healthcare team caring form them. We all have to face that with awareness and credible information.

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We all have a role to stop any bullying or stigma against people with coronavirus symptoms or those taking care of them, including their families and healthcare team.

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Let us make use of our quality time with children at home by showing them this awareness video about coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Why is staying home the best thing to do to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19)? Find out from this video.

In collaboration with partners, UNICEF supports Egypt during COVID-19 with crucial equipment

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UNICEF Egypt has delivered 809,000 essential medical supplies from masks to surgical gowns, partially funded by the Solidarity Fund, to the Ministry of Health and Population to support and protect our healthcare heroes who are fighting COVID-19 every day.

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With the generous contribution from the UK government, UNICEF and The Egyptian Red Crescent pack hygiene kits to be distributed in schools located in the governorate of North and South Sinai as well as Ismailia.

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In coordination with the American Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Solidarity Fund, UNICEF has procured and delivered 950,000 units of Personal Protective Equipment; as well as 25 respiratory ventilators to the Ministry of Health and Population.

From Actress Mona Zaki, UNICEF Egypt's Ambassador‘s message, to the medical staff.

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It’s good to encourage our children to eat healthy food that boosts their immunity against diseases. It’s also important for dads to engage with their children in healthy activities and create happy memories together.

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Supporting our children at home

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Need tips on how to support your children to study at home? Here are some ideas that you can do.

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How can we talk to our children about COVID-19 without burdening them psychologically? Helpful tips in this video.

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Need inspiration for spending time at home? Here are some activities you can do with your children

Tips and guidance for families

6 ways parents can support their kids through COVID-19

A psychologist's advice on how to help your children deal with the many emotions they may be experiencing now.

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5 ways to help keep your child’s online experiences positive

How to keep your child safe online while stuck at home during the COVID-19 outbreak

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8 tips to help comfort and protect children.

How to talk to your child about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

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Tips to help keep the COVID-19 virus out of your home

From doing laundry to preparing meals — every day measures to help protect your family.

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Because we understand how challenging it is for children to stay at home for a long time, here are things you could do together

Here are ideas for making fun home games

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Printable tips and guidance

Useful Resources

Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt

The Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt takes all necessary precautions against COVID-19

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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

What you need to know about the virus to protect you and your family

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World Health Organization

Information on COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus (COVID-19)

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UN web portal for COVID-19 response

This page brings together information and guidance from the United Nations regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19)

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