Will businesses and schools close or stay closed in my community and for how long? Will there be a “stay at home” or “shelter in place” order in my community?
CDC makes recommendations, shares information, and provides guidance to help slow down the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. including guidance for schools ...
Should I accept packages from China?
There is no reason to suspect that packages from China harbor coronavirus. Remember, this is a respiratory virus similar to the flu. We don’t stop receiv...
While school’s out, limit time with older adults, including relatives, and people with chronic medical conditions.
Older adults and people who have serious underlying medical conditions are at highest risk of getting sick from COVID-19.
While school’s out, how can I keep my family healthy?
Watch your child for any signs of illness. If you see any sign of illness consistent with symptoms of COVID-19, particularly fever, cough, or ...
What steps can my family take to reduce our risk of getting COVID-19?
Practice everyday preventive actions to help reduce your risk of getting sick and remind everyone in your home to do the same. These actions are especial...
What should I do if someone in my house gets sick with COVID-19?
Most people who get COVID-19 will be able to recover at home. CDC has directions for people who are recovering at home and their caregivers, including:
What cleaning products should I use to protect against COVID-19?
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, fauce...
Should I use soap and water or a hand sanitizer to protect against COVID-19?
Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seco...
Should I make my own hand sanitizer if I can’t find it in the stores?
CDC recommends handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or, using alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when soap and wat...
How can my family and I prepare for COVID-19?
Create a household plan of action to help protect your health and the health of those you care about in the event of an outbreak of COVID-19 in your comm...
How can I prepare in case my child’s school, child care facility, or university is dismissed?
Talk to the school or facility about their emergency operations plan. Understand the plan for continuing education and social services (such as student m...
How can I prepare for COVID-19 at work?
Plan for potential changes at your workplace. Talk to your employer about their emergency operations plan, including sick-leave policies and telework opt...
While school’s out, how can I help my child continue learning?
Stay in touch with your child’s school. Many schools are offering lessons online (virtual learning). Review assignments from the school, and h...
While school’s out, can my child hang out with their friends?
The key to slowing the spread of COVID-19 is to practice social distancing. While school is out, children should not have in-person playdates with chil...
