Wondering when to use a mask? Wear a mask when you are in a public setting, especially when it is difficult to stay 6 feet away from others not living in your household. You should even wear a mask in a restaurant or rideshare. However, if everyone in your household is healthy, you do not need to wear a mask at home or in your personal vehicle. For more information on COVID-19 and masks, visit: https://bit.ly/HowToWearCFC.
Did you know? Among adults, the risk of severe illness from COVID-19 increases with age. Everyone can take steps to reduce their risk of getting sick: Practice social distancing by staying at least 6 feet away from others, Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, Stay away from people who are sick, Wear a cloth face covering when out in public, Cover coughs and sneezes, and clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.
If you have COVID-19, a public health worker may call you to check on your health, discuss who you’ve been in contact with, and ask you to stay home to self-isolate, if you aren’t doing so already. Answer the call to slow the spread: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/contact-tracing.html.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, difficulty breathing) and want to get tested, call your doctor first. Also check with your state or local health department, which will have the latest information on testing. While supplies of these tests are increasing, it may still be difficult to find a place to get tested. Learn more: https://bit.ly/34zW3cg
Older adults are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. If you or those you care for are at higher risk for severe illness, you should: Limit contact with others as much as possible, Keep away from others who are sick, Limit close contact with others, and wash your hands often. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-at-higher-risk.html
If you travel, take these steps to protect yourself & others from COVID-19 during your trip: Wash your hands often, Avoid close contact with others, Wear a cloth face covering in public, Cover coughs and sneezes, and pick up food at drive-throughs, curbside restaurant service, or stores. https://bit.ly/2IZicXj
Treat your pets the same way you would treat other family members to prevent the spread of COVID-19: keep your pets away from sick people and people outside your household. Read more about pets and COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/pets.html
Everyone can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Coronavirus Self-Checker, also known as Clara, can help you decide when to call your doctor if you are feeling sick. Try the symptom checker here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/index.html#cdc-chat-bot-open
