How to Protect Yourself & Others?

Know how it spreads!

The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.

• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.
• These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
• Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.

What we should do?

• Wash 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.Avoid touching your eyes nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact :Avoid close contact with people who are sick.If possible, maintain 6 feet between the person who is sick and other household members.Put 6 feet of distance between yourself and people who don’t live in your household. Remember that some people without symptoms may be able to spread virus.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a mask when around others:You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick. The mask is meant to protect other people in case you are infected.Continue to keep about 6 feet between yourself and others. The mask is not a substitute for social distancing.
• Cover coughs and sneezes:Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow and do not spit. Throw used tissues in the trash.Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
• Clean and disinfect:Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.
• Monitor Your Health Daily:Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.Read more about COVID-19 symptoms here