Updated Information on COVID-19

News and Updates

May 31, 2020
Should I Get Tested For Coronavirus Just For The Heck Of It?
Access to tests has improved significantly, and in some places, people can now get tested without having to show any symptoms. We asked experts how much you can really learn from the result. Credit: NPR.org

May 23, 2020
From Camping To Dining Out: Here's How Experts Rate The Risks Of 14 Summer Activities
The weather is warming up and public spaces are starting to reopen. How do you decide what's safe to do? We have guidance to help you compare and evaluate the risks. Credit: NPR.org

April 3, 2020
8 Needed Steps in the Fight Against COVID-19
The global COVID-19 pandemic has hit the United States especially hard, with the fractured and inequitable state of U.S. health care and a lack of urgency on the part of some policymakers making matters even worse. Credit: PNHP.org

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Information on COVID-19

California COVID-19 Information and Statistics
As California reopens, Californians must follow best practices: wear a face covering, wash your hands, and stay home when sick. Credit: CA.gov

Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
Patients with COVID-19 have experienced mild to severe respiratory illness. Symptoms can include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. Credit: CDC

COVID-19: Quarantine vs. Isolation
Learn the differences between “Isolation” and “Quarantine.” Credit: CDC

Important Information About Your Cloth Face Coverings
As COVID-19 continues to spread within the United States, CDC has recommended additional measures to prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Credit: CDC

How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering
Cloth face coverings are not surgical masks or N-95 respirators, both of which should be saved for health care workers and other medical first responders. Credit: CDC

Stay Home When You Are Sick!
If you feel unwell or have the following symptoms, fever, cough, or shortness of breath, stay home and do not go to work. Credit: CDC

Share facts about COVID-19
Know the facts about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and help stop the spread of rumors. Credit: CDC

What you should know about COVID-19 to protect yourself and others
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an illness caused by a virus that can spread from person to person. Learn ways you can protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Credit: CDC

Stop the Spread of Germs
Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, like coronavirus disease 2019 by avoiding close contact with people who are sick; covering cough and sneeze; avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth; and washing your hands with soap and water. Credit: CDC

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Information on COVID-19

Síntomas del Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
Los síntomas pueden ser de leves a graves, y aparecer de 2 a 14 días después de la exposición al virus que causa COVID-19. Credit: CDC

Información importante acerca de las cubiertas de tela para la cara
A medida que el COVID-19 continúa propagándose dentro de los Estados Unidos, los CDC han recomendado medidas adicionales para prevenir la propagación del SARS-CoV-2, el virus que causa el COVID-19. Credit: CDC

Cómo usar y quitarse una cubierta de tela para la cara de manera segura
Las cubiertas de tela para la cara no son mascarillas quirúrgicas ni respiradores N-95, los cuales se deben reservar para los trabajadores de atención médica y demás personal médico de respuesta a emergencias. Credit: CDC

¡Quédese en casa si está enfermo!
If you feel unwell or have the following symptoms, fever, cough, or shortness of breath, stay home and do not go to work. Credit: CDC

Comparta la información sobre el COVID-19
Comparta la información sobre la enfermedad del coronavirus (COVID-19) y ayude a detener los rumores. Credit: CDC

Lo que usted debe saber acerca del COVID-19 para protegerse y proteger a los demás
La enfermedad del coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) es una afección causada por un virus que se puede propagar de persona a persona. Credit: CDC

Detenga la propagación de gérmenes
Ayude a prevenir la transmisión de enfermedades respiratorias como el COVID-19. Cúbrase con un pañuelo desechable la nariz y la boca al toser o estornudar, luego bótelo en la basura y lávese las manos. Credit: CDC