By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Cover coughs and sneezes w/ tissue; throw used tissues into lined trash can; immediately wash hands w/ soap and water for ≥20 sec; if soap and water not available, clean hands w/ alcohol-based sanitizer that contains ≥60% alcohol
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Wear a facemask if sick: Pts should wear facemask when around others (eg, sharing a room or vehicle) or pets and before entering healthcare provider’s office
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Call ahead before visiting doctor; for medical appointments, pts should call healthcare provider and tell them they have or may have COVID-19 (to ensure office can take steps to prevent others from being infected or exposed)
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Separate self from others; as much as possible, stay in specific room away from others; use separate bathroom if available
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Stay home except to get medical care; mildly ill pts are able to isolate at home; restrict activities outside of home; don’t go to work, school, or public areas; avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing, taxis
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19; best way to prevent illness is to avoid virus exposure; CDC recommends these everyday actions to prevent spread of resp diseases, including:
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Wash hands often w/ soap and water for ≥20 sec, esp after bathroom use, before eating, and after blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer w/ ≥60% alcohol. Use soap and water if hands
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Facemasks: Do not wear a facemask to protect against resp diseases, incl COVID-19. Facemasks should be used by people who show sx of COVID-19 to help prevent spread to others. Facemasks are crucial for healthcare workers and caregivers in close settings (
By vgreene, 4 March, 2020 Clean/disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces w/ regular household cleaning spray or wipe