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Coronavirus disease 19, also known as COVID-19 or simply coronavirus, has reached the United States in a flurry of fear, panic and information from a wide variety of sources. To combat the spread of misinformation and to empower our patients with accurate knowledge, the physicians at Central Outreach Wellness Center have consolidated some of our most frequently-asked questions into one convenient fact sheet.
Below, you will also find a list of resources you can continue to trust through the duration of the pandemic, along with our contact information and testing procedures. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any further questions you may have regarding COVID-19.
FAQs on Coronavirus:
What is coronavirus? What are the symptoms?
Coronavirus disease 19, or COVID-19, is a respiratory virus that spreads from person to person. People in close proximity (within about six feet) can pass the virus by coughing or sneezing, during which the uninfected person comes in contact with infected respiratory droplets. COVID-19 may also spread through contact with infected surfaces.
The most common symptoms of coronavirus are similar to symptoms of the flu. Along with mild to severe respiratory illness, the three telltale signs include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
As a virus, COVID-19 cannot be treated with antibiotics.
Is there currently a vaccine for coronavirus?
Yes there is! The CDC has outlined some guidelines and answered some FAQs on their website.
How can I protect myself from coronavirus?
You and your family’s best defense against COVID-19 is intensive hygiene, particularly hand-washing at every opportunity. It is essential to practice proper hand-washing techniques to fully protect yourself against germs.
While hand-washing with soap and water is the most effective method of killing germs, hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol will significantly reduce the amount of germs you carry. Please note: hand sanitizer is not a sufficient replacement for soap and water, and you should always completely wash your hands when possible.
You can also protect yourself by cleaning and disinfecting your environment, as contact with infected surfaces may also spread COVID-19. Be a good citizen by treating public spaces and amenities as you would your home - use disinfectant wipes at your desk, keep surfaces clean, and sanitize your hands whenever you can.
Patient Resources:
At Central Outreach Wellness Center, we want to educate our patients responsibly about coronavirus and prevent the spread of misinformation. Here is our list of verified resources patients can trust to provide accurate information about COVID-19.
Trusted Sources:
CDC:
- How to protect yourself and others: https://www.cdc.gov/covid/prevention/index.html
- Vaccine information: https://www.cdc.gov/covid/vaccines/faq.html
- Symptom information: https://www.cdc.gov/covid/signs-symptoms/index.html