HOW TO REDUCE RISK OF CATCHING CORONA INFECTION. The most important thing to do is to follow the goverment guidelines. Wash your hands regularly with soap. Use a tissue when you or anyone in your family coughs or sneezes, discard it and wash your hands. Avoid contact with someone who is displaying symptoms of coronavirus (these symptoms include high temperature and/or new and continuous cough) Avoid non-essential use of public transport when possible.