COVID-19 Prevention and Preparedness

Prevention

 CDC Respiratory Virus Guidance Snapshot

Core Prevention Strategies

• Get  fully vaccinated.  People are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer and Moderna) or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson)
• Stay home when you are sick
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Cover your cough with your elbow or sneeze into a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash—and wash your hands
• Wash your hands often and/or when visibly dirty with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.  If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol

Additional Prevention Strategies

• If you are able to, wear a face covering over your face AND nose if you are at high risk for getting sick.
• Practice physical distancing and avoid close contact with people who are sick (keep about 6 feet away)
• Take a home test or have your provider test for respiratory viruses.