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Mark Voorham, CEO SMT Shipping.
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A tribute to Jan Kita
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Three new Bulkers to Join SMT Fleet in Q1 2020
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Santa Claus sponsored by SMT in Gdansk & Nautical News online
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SMT Shipping adds six more Vectis types to the CSMT fleet & Crew Conference in Manila 2019
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More conferences around the world
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SMT Impacted by Venezuelan Sanctions & Mastering the Cape Verga Pearl I
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Staying healthy and germ-free
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SMT Renews Cadet Program with University in Trinidad
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In Their Own Words: The Cadet Experience
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Increase your knowledge
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The matches between Karpov and Kasparov
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35 promotions!
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Events in the life of smt staff
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The new strain of coronavirus has caused serious health concerns around the globe. Yet there are many common sense precautions one can take to limit the chance of exposure to all kinds of bacteria and viruses, whether you work onshore in an office or travel great distances to board a vessel.
Staying Healthy and Germ-Free
GET A FLU SHOT
While influenza usually causes only discomfort and lost work days, the disease is in fact serious and potential deadly. The World Health Organization estimates between 250,000 and 500,000 people die of the disease worldwide each year. Though not 100% effective, an annual flu shot is your best way to spare yourself from the disease.
KEEP YOUR SEAT AND SPACE CLEAN
Some germs can stay on hard surfaces for up to 24 hours. Therefore, when you are traveling, use disposable cleaning cloths to wipe down arm rests, seat belt buckles, tray tables, overhead buttons, and even headrests. At the office, cleaning your computer keyboard, workstation, and phone regularly will limit your germ exposure.
TAKE PROBIOTICS, VITAMIN C, AND A MULTIVITAMIN WITH ZINC
Some studies show that these prophylactic treatments, if taken regularly for up to two or three weeks before contact, have some success in preventing digestive illness (in the case of probiotics) and common colds (in the case of the vitamins). They have few negative side-effects, and they might provide you with another layer of protection.