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How to Protect Yourself & Others

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 facemask 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

Source: cdc.gov