About COVID-19, what we should know

HOW IT SPREADS

※ Person to person spread within about 6 feet

*The virus is thought to spread mainly from person to person

*These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs

※ Spread from contact with contaminated surfaces

It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

STEPS TO PREVENT ILLNESS

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.

※ Take steps to protect yourself

Wear a facemask when you go outside

Wash hands often with soap and water at least 20 seconds or uses a hand sanitizer that contains 60% alcohol, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing

Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands

Avoid close contact and talk with people in a public place