COVID-19 Information

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IMPORTANT: If you are experiencing fever, cough, body aches or shortness of breath, PLEASE CALL Spooner Health in advance so the facility can prepare for your arrival.

What is COVID-19?
COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that was first detected in 2019 in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. It has since spread worldwide, including to the United States.

What are the symptoms?
Cough, fever, chills, muscle or body aches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, fatigue, GI (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
Most people with the disease have recovered without special treatment. Older people and those with underlying medical issues are more likely to become seriously ill.

How does it spread?
-The virus can be spread in the following ways:
-Between people who are in close contact with one another (less than 6 feet)
-From respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or exhales
By touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes

Protecting Yourself & Others:
-Stay home when you are sick and call your healthcare professional
-Wear a mask or face covering in public
Practice safe social distancing of 6 feet or more
-Stay up-to-date on the COVID-19 outbreak at CDC.gov
-Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with alcohol-based sanitizer or wash them with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

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