Key recommendations to protect patients with high blood pressure (hypertension) from the risk of contracting COVID-19:
- Stay home as much as possible and avoid gatherings.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who have symptoms.
- Avoid contact with people who have COVID-19 symptoms.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and utensils at home.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, or use the inside of your elbow. Make sure you wash your hands with soap and water for 40 seconds afterwards. Use an alcohol-based sanitizer for 20 seconds if soap and water are not available.
- Ensure you have at a home a supply of medications that is enough for at least 2 weeks to avoid going out.
- Avoid leaving your home unless it is absolutely necessary.
- Avoid all unnecessary trips and air travel.
- Avoid tension and stress. Stress is one of the top causes of high blood pressure.
- Avoid news that reflects a negative image of the current situation.
- Look after your health and maintain a healthy weight by eating healthy, balanced meals, and exercising on a daily basis.
- Get good-quality sleep.
- Make time for relaxing and doing some of your favorite activities.
- Contact your doctor if you notice any COVID-19 symptoms or feel constant fatigue.
Recommendations for patients with hypertension and their families:
- Maintain a healthy diet and avoid overeating.
- Exercise regularly at home.
- Take your medications as prescribed by your doctor.
- Regularly measure your blood pressure at home (depending on your case) and take notes every one or two weeks.
- High blood pressure patients must monitor and follow up their condition to ensure that blood pressure is controlled and that it stays within a healthy range.
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