What Is COVID-19

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According to The Center For Disease Control, Here’s Some Information on The CoronaVirus COVID-19

The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure.*

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath

You should call the doctor if you start to develop symptoms or have been in contact with someone who is known to have COVID-19 or have recently traveled from an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of COVID-19.

There is no current vaccine, however, here are some preventative measures to take.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
• CDC does not recommend that people who are well wearing a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
• Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

For more information please log into The Center For Disease Control