Everyday Preventative Actions to stop the spread of germs:

  • Try to avoid close contact with people who are sick.

  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, then throw the tissue in the trash.

  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. 

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. 

  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

  • Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.

Signs and Symptoms of Coronavirus (according the CDC) 

Anyone experiencing these signs and symptoms should seek medical attention.

  • Fever or feeling feverish/chills

  • Dry Cough

  • Sore throat

For more information on Covid 19 (Coronavirus) see links below:

Centers for Disease Control and Preventionhttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 

What You Need to Know About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf  

Stop the Spread of Germs Flyerhttps://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/stop-the-spread-of-germs.pdf 

Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks from Samhsa.govhttps://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4886.pdf  

National Institutes of Healthhttps://www.nih.gov/health-information/coronavirus

Connecticut State Department of Public Healthhttps://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Public-Health-Preparedness/Main-Page/2019-Novel-Coronavirus