Coronavirus Information
Ways the COVID 19 virus can spread:
According to the CDC, the virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person: between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet); through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Also, the virus can be spread by touching infected surfaces then touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Symptoms:
Information to date suggests that 2019-nCoV causes mild-to-moderate illness and symptoms like the flu, including fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. This is an emerging, rapidly changing situation. Please contact our local Oswego County Health Department Covid-19 hotline at 315-349-3330 or the NYS DOH Novel Coronavirus hotline at 1-888-364-3065 with questions.
For more information see the CDC and NYSDOH websites
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How to Stay Healthy while at Home
- Wash your hands at least for 20 seconds frequently
- Social distancing from others that are outside your home
- Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Get at least 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
- Get enough sleep.
- Drink plenty of water
- Manage your stress