COVID-19 - Relevant information

The pandemic: COVID-19

WHO proclaimed COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11t

 

COVID-19: What it is and main symptoms.

 

General recommendations | COVID-19

In case of cough, breathing difficulties or fever or contact with an infected person, contact Linha de Saúde 24 – 808 24 24 24.

 

Respiratory etiquette | COVID-19

To prevent the transmission of COVID-19, the Directorate-General for Health (DGS) recommends coughing and sneezing into your forearm or using a disposable handkerchief and then throwing it in the bin and washing and disinfecting your hands.

 

Hand washing technique | COVID-19

Hand washing is the most effective measure to prevent COVID-19 infection, so frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds is recommended.

 

COVID-19: Air Quality

The Occupational and Environmental Health Service of the Polytechnic of Coimbra stresses the importance of good indoor air quality.

 

COVID-19: Ergonomics

In order not to compromise our safety and health, a good working and study environment is fundamental.

 

COVID-19: Caring for your home

Despite social isolation, there are some activities that cannot be avoided. The Occupational and Environmental Health Service of the Polytechnic of Coimbra explains the precautions to take when you get home.

 

COVID-19: Disinfection of surfaces

The new Coronavirus can remain on surfaces for a period of time ranging from a few hours to a few days, so it is essential to carry out adequate and frequent cleaning/disinfection.

 

 

COVID-19: Digital Teaching

Testimony of Aida Moreira da Silva, lecturer at the School of Agriculture of the Polytechnic of Coimbra.

 

COVID-19: Healthy Eating

A good nutritional condition and adequate hydration help strengthen the immune system.

 

COVID-19: Digital Teaching

Testimony of Rui Simões, lecturer at the School of Education of Coimbra Polytechnic.

 

 

Testimonials from the Student Association Chairmen

AE ESEC Chairwoman

COVID-19: Testimony of Catarina Ferreira, Chairwoman of the Students’ Association of ESEC – Coimbra School of Education.

 

AE ISCAC Chairman

COVID-19: Testimony of Hugo Fonseca, Chairman of the Student’s Association of ISCAC – Coimbra Institute of Accountancy and Administration.

 

AE ESTeSC Chairwoman

The importance of routine

COVID-19: Testimony of Raquel Luís, Chairwoman of the Student’s Association of ESTeSC – Coimbra School of Health Technology.

 

AE ESAC Chairman

COVID-19: Testimony of Pedro Fadiga, Chairman of the Students’ Association of ESAC – Coimbra Agricultural College.

 

AE ESTGOH Chairman

COVID-19: Testimony of Daniel Bulhões, Chairman of the Student’s Association of ESTGOH – Oliveira do Hospital’s School of Technology and Management.

 

AE ISEC Chairman

COVID-19: Testimony of Igor Monteiro, Chairman of the Students’ Association of ISEC – Coimbra Institute of Engineering.