You can take steps to protect yourself and others during a COVID-19 outbreak

The best way to prevent Covid-19 is to avoid exposing yourself to this virus. Protect yourself and your family by respecting the actions taken by the state and the public health department, the virus spreads mainly from person to person.

Decreasing the spread of Covid-19 is everyone's job

With 3 simple steps we can reduce the spread of the virus, our commitment and good habits is the best way to face the global emergency.

1. Avoid close contact

Avoid close contact with people, keep a minimum distance of 6 feet or 2 meters away. Remember that some people without symptoms can transmit the virus.

2. Clean your hands frequently

Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you've been in a public place. You can also use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

3. Cover your mouth and nose

Everyone should wear a facial covering when going out in public, this will prevent them from contagious or being infected, the most recommended is that they continue to maintain social distance.

Coronavirus symptoms

Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illnesses and death from confirmed cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure (depending on the incubation period for MERS-CoV viruses).

Shortness of breath

Cough

Sore throat

Fatigue

Fever

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Watch your symptoms

If you have a fever or cough, you may have COVID-19. Most people have a mild illness and can recover at home. Track your symptoms. If you have an emergency warning sign (including difficulty breathing), seek medical attention immediately.

How to protect yourself and others

At the moment there is no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid exposure to this virus that spreads mainly from person to person.
  • Plan and prepare for a COVID-19 outbreak
    It is very important that we adequately face this new challenge, plan and make decisions before an illness and learn how to protect and support children or people at risk that are under our care. Avoid going out during the spread of the outbreak, maintain good hygiene and disinfection habits, try to avoid being less than 6 feet or 2 meters from another person, and identify hospitals near your home. Keep calm and just inform yourself from reliable media.
  • How to protect yourself and others
    At the moment there is no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid exposure to this virus that spreads mainly from person to person.
  • People at increased risk of becoming seriously ill
    Based on currently available information and clinical experience, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying conditions may be at increased risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19.
  • Symptoms and tests
    If you have emergency warning signs of COVID-19, seek medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include shortness of breath, persistent chest pain or pressure, confusion or trouble being alert that you have not had before, bluish discoloration of the lips or face. Request a medical test and until you get the results,self-isolating is reccomended. In case of complications, contact your doctor and or nearest hospital.
  • Daily preventive actions
    Cover coughs and sneezes with a disposable tissue and wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains 60% alcohol. Clean surfaces and frequently touched objects daily using a household detergent and water.

Use of facial covers

Be sure to protect your face in any public space and respect the recommended distances. DonĀ“t expose yourself or the community for any reason.

Wash hands frequently

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with your unwashed hands.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

The hands touch many surfaces that may be contaminated with the virus. If you touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with contaminated hands, you can transfer the virus from the surface to yourself.