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 If COVID-19 is spreading in your community, stay safe by taking some simple precautions. Make your environment safer.

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COVID-19

The outbreak, unlike other health emergencies, COVID-19 makes it clear significant measures are required to ensure the safety of the wider community. Everyone is feeling the stress and strain of this situation as the epidemic has upended our everyday life. We must act responsibly at a time when circumstances are evolving so rapidly. For information about how you can help prevent the contagion from spreading further, please visit the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) websites. These materials are regularly updated based on new scientific findings as the epidemic evolves. You Can Do Your Part, Especially in Challenging Times!

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COVID-19 safety protocols

As certain parts of the world experience an uptick in COVID-19 cases, WHO reminds you to follow good safety practices to keep yourself and others safe.

When you're indoors:

  • Wear a well-fitting mask

  • Avoid crowded settings

  • Maintain distance from others

  • Ensure there's good ventilation (open doors and windows)

It's also very important to:

  • Wash hands with soap often

  • Stay home when feeling unwell

  • Spend more time outdoors

  • Get vaccinated when it's available to you

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Last Updated: Thursday, October 27, 2022

 

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