As numbers of confirmed novel coronavirus cases rise steadily, people in China and other parts of the world are resorting to creative measures to protect themselves.
Pictures of people wearing water bottles over their heads have been surfacing online.
In other news, someone wore a bottle on their head in BC yesterday to protect themselves from Wuhan virus.
Yep... time to get off the planet. LOL
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention does not advise wearing containers on your head to prevent a coronavirus infection" pic.twitter.com/T10yLmeD1S
While it may look comical, the unconventional measures taken are an indication of how desperate people are to protect themselves and their families from the deadly virus.
It has been reported that many areas, especially those closest to Wuhan, China, are in dire need for protective supplies including masks, protective suits and disinfectant.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) a total of 6,065 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide as of Jan 29, 2020.
A total of 132 people have died from the virus.
Our only hope now is that the situation improves in the coming days.
Please stay safe everyone. For recommendations and advice on self protection against the virus, head to WHO.