The novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, is spreading from person to person in parts of the United States and the rest of the world. The potential threat posed by COVID-19 are very high. View below to learn about COVID-19, its symptoms, preventive measures you can take, and how to respond if you have contracted COVID-19.

HOW COVID-19 SPREADS

COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person:

• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within 6 feet)

• The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.

• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes

• These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly inhaled into the lungs.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself.

Clean your hands often

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

Avoid touching your face

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands

AVOID CLOSE CONTACT

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community. This is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.

avoid crowds

Avoid large public gatherings.

Do not travel to high-risk places

The Coronavirus is a moving target, be sure to you know where you are travelling. The CDC has more information for travelers.

STAY AT HOME

Limit contact with other people. As must as possible, you should stay in a specific room and away from others in your home. Use a separate bathroom, if available.

COVER COUGHS & SNEEZES

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.

dispose of your used tissues

Throw used tissues in a lined trash can and immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

WEAR A FACE MASK

Wear a face mask if you are sick or if you are caring for someone who is sick.

clean and disinfect

Disinfect areas with bodily fluids. Clean any surfaces that may have blood, stool, or body fluids on them. Use household cleaning sprays or wipes are directed on the product label instructions.

Get a flu shot

If you have not received a flu shot in 2019, get one. Although this will not affect COVID-19, it will help you from contracting the flu.

Get early refills

If you are on maintenance medications, consider getting refills early.

stay updated

Stay up-to-date on COVID-19 and its impacts close to home and abroad. The more you know, the better prepared you will be. Be sure to use trusted news outlets or government websites.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a great resource COVID-19 information.

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