The world of Tzu Chi April 2020 (Vol.121)

16 eature The purpose of social distancing Individualswhohave contractedCovid-19expel respiratorydroplets containing particles of the novel coronavirus into the atmosphere upon coughing or sneezing, which might be inhaled by others in close proximity. Therefore, the World Health Organization (WHO) has endorsed social distancing as a crucial precautionary measure against Covid-19. Social distancing is achieved when individuals in a group setting maintain a distance of at least one metre (3 ft) apart from one another, especially from those who have been coughing, sneezing or feverish.