how to protect yourself and others from covid 19

Older adults and people with heart or lung disease or diabetes appear to be at increased risk of serious complications from COVID-19.

The virus is believed to spread mainly from person to person

• Between people who are in close contact (at a distance of up to about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets that are produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks.Through respiratory droplets that are produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks.
• These droplets can end up in the mouth or nose of those who are nearby or possibly be inhaled and reach the lungs.
• Some recent studies suggest that COVID-19 can be spread through people with no symptoms.

Care that must be taken to avoid getting infected.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you've been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If you don't have soap and water, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub until you feel dry.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth without washing your hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home. If possible, keep a distance of 6 feet between the sick person and other members of your household.
• • Keep distance from other people outside your home.
  • Remember that some people who do not have symptoms can spread the virus

• • Keep a distance of at least 6 feet (about the length of 2 arms) from other people.No se reúna en grupos.
  • Stay away from crowded places and massive congregations.
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  • Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If you don't have soap and water, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, door handles, light switches, counters, railings, desks, telephones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, sinks, and dishwashers
  • If the surfaces are dirty, clean them. Wash them with soap and water and detergent before disinfecting them.
  • lly important for people who are at increased risk of becoming seriously ill.

• If you are in a private setting and do not have the fabric face covering on, always remember to cover your mouth and nose with a disposable tissue or the inside of your elbow when coughing or sneezing.
• Throw the used disposable tissues in the trash.