Below are some of the most informative and accurate web-based resources for the COVID-19
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.health.ny.gov/dise…
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) – Frequently Asked Questions – Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronaviru…
- Otsego County Health Dept: https://www.otsegocounty.com/departments/d-m/health_department/covid19.php
Practice everyday preventive actions now:
Remind everyone in your household of the importance of practicing everyday preventive actions that can help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
- Clean
frequently touched surfaces and objects daily (e.g., tables, countertops, light
switches, doorknobs, and cabinet handles) using regular household detergent and
water.
- If surfaces are dirty, they should be cleaned using a detergent and water prior to disinfection. For disinfection, a list of products with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-approved emerging viral pathogens claims, maintained by the American Chemistry Council Center for Biocide Chemistries (CBC), is available at Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Fighting Products. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all cleaning and disinfection products.
- Wash your hands often 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 a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Always wash your hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.