As warned by the Thai Ministry of Public this winter brings with it Flu-like symptoms and cautions the public to take concern as the common-flu as well as other respiratory cases might be the potential spread of the novel coronavirus. Those who have shown symptoms of fever, sore throats, coughs or loss of taste and smell after visiting crowded areas should immediately isolate themselves, put on a mask and seek medical care as soon as possible.
Thus, the public is cautioned when handling parcels as packages may also carry the virus as shown in recent reports of countries that have indicated their people have been infected after handling tainted packages. Therefore, people are advised to wash their hands often and wear masks whenever out in the open or receiving packages.