In light of the ongoing recent outbreak of coronavirus, here is some information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) that will help you and your family stay informed and safe.
Symptoms of the coronavirus may appear 2-14 days after exposure and can include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Call your healthcare professional if you develop symptoms and have been in close contact with a person known to have coronavirus or if you have recently traveled from an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of coronavirus.
There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, the CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help stop the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
If you believe you are sick, click here to follow the CDC's recommended procedures , which include:
The federal government has taken steps to ensure that travelers do not spread the virus in the United States, including travel restrictions from affected countries such as China, Iran, Italy and South Korea, and has declared a public health emergency that has allowed for the utilization of reserve funding to help support response efforts.
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