Get Your Ducks In A Row

Mike Counsil Plumbing DuckyThe Center for Desease Control (CDC) has Information that will help you survive.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/

Household Checklist
As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak.

Stay informed and in touch
Get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity from public health officials
Ask your neighbors what their plan includes.
Create a list of local organizations you and your household can contact in case you need access to information, healthcare services, support, and resources.
Create an emergency contact list including family, friends, neighbors, carpool drivers, healthcare providers, teachers, employers, the local public health department, and other community resources.
Prepare for possible illness
Consider members of the household that may be at greater risk such as older adults and people with severe chronic illnesses.
Choose a room in your house that can be used to separate sick household members from others.
Take everyday preventive steps
Wash your hands frequently
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces Be prepared if your child’s school or childcare facility is temporarily dismissed or for potential changes at your workplace.
See also: More prevention details

Watch for symptoms
Stay home and speak to your healthcare provider if you develop any of these symptoms:
Fever or
Cough or
Shortness of breath
If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately
Emergency warning signs include*:
Trouble breathing
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
New confusion or inability to arouse
Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.

Keep away from others who are sick
Limit close contact with others as much as possible (about 6 feet)
If someone in your home is sick
Continue to practice everyday preventive actions
Keep the ill person in a separate room from others in the household
If caring for a sick household member, follow recommended precautions and monitor your own health
Keep surfaces disinfected
Avoid sharing personal items
If you become sick, stay in contact with others by phone or email
Stay informed about the local outbreak situation
Notify your work if your schedule needs to change
Take care of the emotional health of your household members, including yourself
Those at higher risk of severe illness
Take additional precautions for those at higher risk, particularly older adults and those who have severe underlying health conditions.

Consider staying at home and away from crowds
Make sure you have access to several weeks of medications and supplies in case you need to stay home
When you go out in public, keep away from others who are sick and limit close contact with others
Practice good hand hygiene
Children
Notify your child’s school if your child becomes sick with COVID-19
Keep track of school dismissals in your community
Discourage children and teens from gathering in other public places

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