Am I protected against COVID-19 if I had the influenza vaccine this year?

Influenza and the virus that causes COVID-19 are two very different viruses and the seasonal influenza vaccine will not protect againt COVID-19.

Will a pneumococcal vaccine help protect me against coronavirus?

Vaccines against pneumonia, such as pneumococcal vaccine and Haemophilus influenza type B (Hib) vaccine, only help protect people from these specific bacterial infections. They do not protect against any coronavirus pneumonia, including pneumonia that may be part of COVID-19. However even though these vaccines do not specifically protect against the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, they are highly recommended to protect against pther respiratory illnesses.

Are antibiotics effective in treating or preventing COVID-19?

No, Antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. Antibiotics do not prevent or treat coronavirus disease(COVID-19), because COVID-19 os caused by a virus, not bacteria.

Can antivirals such as Oseltamavir or other antivirals help treat COVID-19?

Currently, there is no specific treatment for this disease, so healthcare providers treat the clinical symptoms with supportive care which has been highly effective for patients with symptoms. Various drug trials are underway (eg: chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, remdesivir).

Are there any natural health products that can treat or prevent COVID-19?

At this time, there are no natural health products that are authorized to treat or protect against COVID-19.

Most of the people with mild coronavirus illness will recover on their own. your health care provider may recommend steps you can take to relieve symptoms.

Is Hydoxy-chloroquinine approved for use in close contacts of confirmed cases of COVID-19?