HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS.

Everyone should.

 Wash your hands frequently

·      -    Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you've been in a public place, or after you blow your nose, cough or sneeze.

·        -  If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all hand surfaces and rub them until you feel they are dry.

·        -  Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth without washing your hands.

Avoiding close contact

·        -  Avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home. If possible, keep a distance of 6 feet between the sick person and other members of your household.

·        -  Keep your distance from others outside your home.

·       - Remember that some people who do not have symptoms can spread the virus.

·        -  Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet (about the length of 2 arms) from other people.

·        -  Do not gather in groups.

·        -  Stay away from crowded places and large congregations.

·        -  Keeping your distance from others is especially important for people who are at greater risk of becoming seriously ill.

Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face shield when surrounded by people.

·         - You could spread COVID-19 even if you don't feel sick.

·         - Everyone should wear a cloth face shield when they leave their home, for example, to go to the grocery store or to get other necessities.

·       -  Cloth face covers should not be used on children under 2 years old or on people who are unconscious, disabled, or unable to remove them without assistance.

·       -  The cloth face shield is to protect others in case you are infected.

·       -  Do NOT use a mask intended for health care workers.

·       -  Keep a distance of about 6 feet from other people. A cloth face shield does not replace social distancing measures.

Clean and disinfect.

- Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, door handles, light switches, countertops, rails, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, and dishwashers.

- If the surfaces are dirty, clean them. Wash them with water and detergent or soap before disinfecting them.

- Then use a household disinfectant. Most common EPA-registered household disinfectants.