Flower and plant delivery by courier and COVID-19 prevention

These days, with the spread of Corona in the country keeping people inside their homes, most shopping is done online to avoid going out. But how can we be sure that the goods or items we order and receive, and bring into our living spaces, are not contaminated? When a package is sent to you and you are unsure whether it is contaminated, what should you do?

How to prevent Corona when receiving flowers and plants from a courier?

One of the frequently mentioned solutions these days is to avoid contact with objects that may be contaminated.

The first and best action is to wear gloves when receiving a package from the courier, and as soon as you receive your package, open the package, envelope, or cover and dispose of it along with your gloves. (If you disinfect the cover and gloves before disposing of them, it is even better.)

Next, wash or disinfect both your hands and, if possible, the item itself, and then use the item with peace of mind. If you don't have gloves, you can use a cloth to receive and carry the package and immediately dispose of the cloth after use.

If you receive flowers and plants, it is better to receive the package with gloves and if it is in a pot, disinfect the pot. Be careful not to let disinfectants touch the leaves, flowers, and roots of the plant during disinfection.

If the delivered package is a bouquet, after receiving it with gloves, wash the stems of the bouquet with water and soap and place them in water. Make sure to take the flowers out of the water every day, wash the stems with water and soap, and after washing the vase and adding fresh water, place the flowers back in the water.

As a general recommendation, avoid touching petals, flowers, and leaves without gloves, and after touching petals and leaves, avoid touching your face until you have thoroughly washed your hands.

It is better to place the flowers and plants out of reach of children and enjoy their beauty and freshness.

What are the symptoms of the Coronavirus or COVID-19?

In general, the following are symptoms of Coronavirus infection:

• Fever between 37.5°C and 40°C. A fever above 40°C is generally not a sign of Corona.
• Shortness of breath, dry coughs without phlegm accompanied by chest burning
• Sore throat and headache
• In some cases, extreme fatigue and body aches

Children and the elderly, or those with underlying conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, cancer, and respiratory diseases, and generally those with weakened immune systems, are more at risk of this virus.

You can also use the test provided by the World Health Organization to assess your condition. Take a very deep breath and hold it in your chest for ten seconds. If after ten seconds your lungs do not bother you and do not make you cough, it can be said that your lungs are in good condition.

What are the methods of preventing Corona?

But the important question everyone asks is how to prevent getting infected with this virus?!

The answer is very simple. Follow hygiene tips.

• Do not touch your face. Do not touch your ears, eyes, mouth, and nose without washing your hands.
• Wash or disinfect your hands thoroughly every hour.
• Keep your throat moist and do not let it dry. Drink plenty of water, fluids, and watery foods.
• Do not go out unless absolutely necessary.
• If you must go out, try to reduce contact with others.
• Cancel gatherings and parties for now.
• Do not visit medical facilities like hospitals and clinics without symptoms. (According to the Ministry of Health, about 45% of people infected with the Coronavirus contracted it due to being in medical facilities.)

The Coronavirus can affect both you and those around you; so, take these preventive measures to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Thank you for reading and paying attention to this article. Rest assured that by following preventive measures, we will defeat the Coronavirus and get through this difficult phase well.

Take care of your health.