How can you prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease?
To prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease and to keep you and your family healthy, it’s important to wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose, going to the bathroom and before you prepare or eat food. Also, it’s a good idea to frequently disinfect surfaces that people come in contact with.
Since COVID-19 has been shown to be an airborne disease and easily spread between people interacting in close proximity, the CDC recommends wearing a cloth mask over your mouth and nose if you go somewhere in public where you’re not able to stay at least six feet away from others, such as at the grocery store or pharmacy.
If you’ve been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, or have recently traveled overseas to an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19, it’s important to call ahead before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room. Make sure to tell them about your recent travels and if you’re experiencing any potential COVID-19 symptoms.
If you feel sick stay home! Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue and immediately dispose of it in the trash.