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How to protect yourself and others from COVID-19

Slow the spread of germs and respiratory diseases like COVID-19:

• Wash your hands often
  • Use soap when available or use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid close contact
  • Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms’ length) from other people
  • Do not gather in groups
  • Stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings
• Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others (health conditions permitting)
  • The cloth face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected
  • Do NOT use a face mask meant for a healthcare worker
  • Masks are NOT a substitute for social distancing
• Cover coughs and sneezes
  • Throw used tissues in the trash
  • Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Clean and disinfect
  • Disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily
  • Use a household disinfectant or soap
• Monitor Your Health
  • Be alert for symptoms: watch for fever, cough, and shortness of breath
  • Take your temperature if symptoms develop

Quick Tips for Social Distancing

Social distancing is especially important for people who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.

• Follow guidance from authorities where you live
• Limit close contact with others outside your household in indoor and outdoor spaces
• Use mail-order for medications, if possible
• Consider a grocery delivery service
• Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face covering when around others, including when you have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store
• Keep at least 6 feet between yourself and others, even when you wear a face covering
• Limit using any kind of public transportation, ridesharing, or taxis, if possible
• Stay connected while staying away– call, video chat, or use social media to stay in touch with loved ones

Source: cdc.gov