How to Protect Yourself against COVID-19

Tips to Protect Against COVID-19

• If you have recently traveled to an area where the Corona Virus (COVID-19) was present, self-isolate for 14 days and contact a health care provider to get tested for the virus if symptoms develop

• If you are feeling sick in general, stay home until you are better

• If you have to go out while you are sick to see a health-care provider, wear a medical-grade face mask

• Always cough into your arm or sneeze into a tissue and wash your hands afterwards

• Always throw away your used tissues into a garbage can after blowing your nose and wash your hands or use sanitizer – don’t leave your used tissues laying around

• Sanitize your personal items such as your cell phone, electronic tablets/iPad, debit/credit cards, & car keys frequently

• Frequently sanitize your work station (landline phone station, keyboard, mouse) and the space around those items

• Keep your hands away from your face (eyes, nose, mouth)

• Continue to wash your hands on a regular basis – Wash with hot, soapy water for at least 20 seconds or sing “Happy Birthday” twice – Remember to scrub under your nails

• Keep hand sanitizer in your car or purse and use after being in a public place

• And of course, remember to wash your hands once you get home from work, the grocery store, or any other public place

How to Wash Your Hands Properly

1. Wet your hands
2. Liquid Soap
3. Lather and Scrub – 20 Seconds
4. Rinse – 10 Seconds
5. Dry Your Hands
6. Turn Off Tap

Don’t Forget to Wash:

• Between your fingers
• Under your nails
• The tops of your hands

For more information on the Corona Virus and precautions specific to your profession, visit the website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.