COVID-19

COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The CDC lists the following as symptoms of COVID-19:

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Other possible symptoms not listed*

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. It is important to remember that people without symptoms can still spread the virus.

Tips for Protecting Yourself and Others

  • Wash your hands often (see below for proper handwashing techniques).
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Put 6 feet distance between yourself and people who do not live in your household.
  • Wear a mask or face covering when around people who are outside your household.
  • Always covering your coughs and sneezes by using the inside of your elbow or a tissue.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
  • Monitor your health.

*All information retrieved from CDC.gov*

Handwashing
Handwashing is the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting sick.

  • Wash your hands often
  • Wash your hand with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or sing happy birthday twice
  • Only use hand sanitizer when you do not have access to a sink or when your hands are not visibly soiled and wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible
  • Make sure hand sanitizer is at least 60% alcohol
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
  • When to wash your hands:
  • After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
    • Before eating
    • After using the restroom
    • After leaving a public place
    • Before and after touching your face
    • After handling your face covering
    • After changing a diaper
    • After caring for someone who is sick
    • After touching animals or pets
    • After touching garbage