Covid transmission risk

The Indonesian government has instructed the PSBB transition period during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting from places of worship to entertainment venues began to open gradually, including bars and nightclubs. Before returning to visiting bars and nightclubs, be aware of the risk of contracting COVID-19 in both places.

The risk of catching COVID-19 in bars and nightclubs

Apart from Indonesia, other countries such as South Korea have also reopened nightlife venues, such as clubs and bars during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, one day after the rule physical distancing opened, the South Korean government closed schools to nightclubs.

Reported by a number of media, the number of COVID-19 cases in South Korea has increased again, mostly from nightclubs and bars. Therefore, the community needs to carefully consider whether the implemented health protocol can reduce the risk of transmission in that place.

According to dr. Nasir Husain, Henry Ford Macom's medical director for the prevention of infection with MLive, the risk of catching COVID-19 in bars is quite high. The reason is, after a few sips of alcoholic drinks, many people are not aware of their behavior.

Most people probably don't do anything to prevent COVID-19, from keeping their distance from other people to washing their hands. What's more, people will not use masks when drinking and dancing regardless of distance from other people.

These conditions make the level of risk of transmission and spread of COVID-19 in bars and nightclubs more dangerous than in ordinary restaurants.

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It is easier to spread COVID-19 indoors

The level of risk of transmitting COVID-19 in bars and nightclubs is said to be quite high, of course not without reason. As you know, the spread of the COVID-19 virus occurs through droplet . However, WHO revealed that droplet (drooling splashes) of COVID-19 patients can stay in the air.

Even so, it is still unknown what strength is droplet that is in the air can infect other people. Meanwhile, being in a room with poor ventilation can also increase the risk of spreading the virus.

These statements have been made by scientists in journals City and Environment . They argue that the COVID-19 virus is minuscule in size, however droplet produced contains water, salt, and organic matter in it.

These experts from Australia also noted when the water content droplet vaporized, light matter, such as viruses, becomes small and light to be scattered in the air. Over time, it is possible that viral concentrations will build up and increase the risk of infection.

This turns out to be true in places with stagnant air levels, especially spaces that are filled with people, such as bars and nightclubs.

Factors affecting transmission of COVID-19 in the room

Actually, whatever activities will be carried out in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in this transitional period, the risks will depend on a number of factors.

First, the intensity of contact. If you are in a crowded room for long periods of time and talk to other people at close range, your risk level increases too.

The American Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also revealed that if a person is near the virus in about 15 minutes, the risk of contracting the virus is also higher.

Second, the number of people you are with. Generally, the smaller the number of people you meet, the lower your risk of contracting the virus. Therefore, several countries have advised the public to hold a limited number of meetings.

Finally, mitigation is what you and the surrounding community can do to prevent transmission of the COVID-19 virus. For example, you can wear a mask when you go to a salon in the middle of a pandemic and don't chat with other customers.

If the health protocols that have been made in such a way are violated, there is a high probability that the risk of transmission of the virus will also increase. This prompted experts to warn the public that just because everything was opening up didn't mean the risk was gone.

Therefore, you may need to reconsider whether evenings spent in nightclubs and bars are worth the risk of contracting COVID-19.

Lower the risk of transmission by keeping a distance and a mask

Although the risk of catching COVID-19 in bars and nightclubs is high, experts are warning people not to panic too much. The reason is, when the COVID-19 virus can actually spread through the air, the number of cases will certainly be much worse than now.

The risk of transmitting COVID-19 can certainly decrease if you take various efforts to prevent the virus. If you are concerned about spreading the virus indoors, opening a window can help clean out virus particles. In addition, this method also makes the room get better air change.

Apart from COVID-19, air quality also needs to be maintained so that the body's immune system remains strong during the day. Don't forget to keep a distance from other people and wear a mask when in restaurants or other places.

You may not know for sure the risk of catching COVID-19 in bars and nightclubs. However, that doesn't mean you don't adhere to health protocols designed to look after yourself and your loved ones.