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maltatoday | SUNDAY • 26 APRIL 2020
Staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic
Follow regular schedules
and routines for waking
up, dressing, eating,
working, exercising,
relaxation, entertainment
and going to sleep.
Limit caffeine and
sugar intake.
Establish objectives for
each day as well as for
the whole week.
Sit outside in your
balcony, yard, roof,
garden or near a
window to enjoy
the sunshine.
Keep yourself informed
but limit the time
spent focusing on
COVID-19-related
information.
Keep regular contact
with family, friends
and colleagues
through telephone
and videocalls, text
messages and group
chats
Breathe. Take slow deep
breaths. Breathe in
through your nostrils
and concentrate on the
temperature of the air
as it goes in (cool) and as
it comes out (warm).
This can help you to
remain calm.
Keep your mind
active. Reading,
writing, playing an
instrument, jigsaw
puzzles or board
games can help.
Taking care of your
Mental Health
Mental Health
It is ok to ask for help.
Help and support is available 24/7
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