Why staying at home is so important?

The primary way COVID-19 spreads is through close contact between individuals. The virus is transmitted when droplets from an infected person enter a non-infected person’s mouth or are inhaled into his or her lungs. This can occur through coughing, sneezing or talking.
Social distancing can make it harder for the virus to spread, as the droplets are unlikely to travel too far. However, there is still a risk. Following stay-at-home orders reduces the risk even more by removing human contact, except with family members in the home.
While there are other factors that impact how the virus spreads, isolating is one of the most important things someone can do to help avoid infection or becoming a carrier. Here are some tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about keeping yourself safe in this situation:
Follow guidance from your local authorities
Use home delivery for medication and groceries, if possible
If you need to go out in public, stay at least 6 feet away from others and cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover
Work from home, if you can
Avoid using any kind of public transportation, ridesharing or taxis as much as possible
During your time at home, it’s still important to practice good hygiene, take extra care keeping your home clean and to be cautious and safe when handling deliveries and packages.