Posts Tagged ‘General Information about Covid-19’
Where can I go to learn more about Covid-19?
Where can I go to learn more about Covid-19? Our understanding and awareness of Covid 19 is ongoing, so as we learn more about this virus it will be important to keep up to date from sources you can trust and verify. Check with your doctor or public health official to get the most updated…
Read MoreWhat are some General Tips I should follow?
General Tips Clean Your Phone This is important. Always wipe down your phone. You know not to touch your face and to wash your hands, but your phone is likely with you at every step of your day, exposed to an endless stream of germs and a high risk for transmission. And chances are while…
Read MoreI keep hearing about not touching my face and eyes, but I wear contact lenses. Should I stop?
I keep hearing about not touching my face and eyes, but I wear co contact lenses ntact lenses. Should I stop? No. There’s no reason to stop wearing contact lenses due to Covid 19. But given the concern lately, it’s a good time to remember and be extra careful, developing consistent habits, to always wash…
Read MoreWill covid-19 go away in the summer?
Will covid-19 go away in the summer? The Flu typically goes away in the Summer. Will Covid 19? Unlikley. Countries all over the world are experiencing the effects of Covid 19, even warm sunny ones. Exposing yourself to the sun or heat won’t prevent you from getting the virus if you’re exposed. (Proper levels of…
Read MoreWhat can I do to cope with stress and anxiety?
What can I do to cope with stress and anxiety? It’s normal to feel anxious or worried about Covid 19 . You can take care of yourself, and your family, by trying to: Take breaks from the news Get regular exercise and eat healthy foods Try to find activities that you enjoy and can do…
Read MoreWhy is social distancing so important?
Why is social distancing so important? Right now the only way Covid 19 is spreading is from person to person. Since there are many people who don’t have symptoms, or have symptoms that appear to be something else, like a cold or cough, we don’t know who has it and who doesn’t. So to reduce…
Read MoreCan Covid 19 be prevented?
Can Covid 19 be prevented? While there isn’t yet a vaccine to prevent Covid 19, there are things you can do to reduce your chances of getting it. These steps are good for everyone, but are especially important for those at higher risk, such as older people or those with other health conditions that could…
Read MoreCan I infect my pet?
Can I infect my pet? There have been some cases where it appears that the Covid 19 virus spread from an infected person to an animal, like a pet, but this is uncommon and more studies need to be done to understand this. So far there’s no evidence that a person can get the virus…
Read MoreDo bugs spread the virus?
Do bugs spread the virus? There is currently no knowledge that bugs, such as flies, ticks, or mosquitoes transmit the virus.
Read MoreCan I get Covid 19 from touching a delivery package or food container?
Can I get Covid 19 from touching a delivery package or food container? Covid 19 spreads from person to person, through respiratory droplets, either directly or indirectly through landing on surfaces. It is not known to spread through food. Because it can last for a limited time on surfaces (possibly up to several hours) it’s…
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