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From: Mrs. Boone, BSN, RN
What You Should Know About COVID-19 To Protect Yourself and Others (CDC Recommendations)
Know about COVID-19:
* Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person.
* The virus that causes COVID-19 is a new coronavirus that has spread throughout the world.
* COVID-19 symptoms can range from mild (or no symptoms) to severe illness.
Know How COVID-19 is Spread:
* You can become infected by coming into close contact (about 6 feet or two arm lengths) with a person who has COVID-19. COVID-19 is primarily spread from person to person.
* You can become infected from respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.
* You may also be able to get the virus by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it, then by touching your mouth, nose or eyes.
Protect yourself and others from COVID-19:
* There is currently no vaccine to protect against COVID-19. The best way to protect yourself is to avoid being exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19.
* Stay home as much as possible and avoid close contact with others.
* Wear a cloth face covering that covers your nose and mouth in public settings.
* Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
* Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Practice social distancing:
* Buy groceries and medicine, go to the doctor, and complete banking activities online when possible.
* If you must go in person, stay at least 6 feet away from others and disinfect items you must touch.
* Get deliveries and takeout, and limit in-person contact as much as possible.
Prevent the spread of COVID-19 if you are sick:
* Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
* Avoid public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis.
* Separate yourself from other people and pets in your home.
* There is no specific treatment for COVID-19, but you can seek medical care to help relieve your symptoms.
* If you need medical attention, call ahead.
Know your risk for severe illness:
* Everyone is at risk of getting COVID-19.
* Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions may be at higher risk for more severe illness.