News and Press Releases Friday, April 3, 2020

With community transmission now identified, it is more important than ever that people follow public health recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID -19.

CDH recommends that everyone:

• Follow the statewide Stay-Home Order
• Practice social distancing: avoid crowds, maintain at least 6 feet from others
• Stay home if you are sick, even if symptoms are mild
• Only leave your home for "essential activities" or to work for an "essential business"
• Wash your hands frequently
• Use drive through and delivery services for everyday errands where possible
• Persons at increased risk of severe illness should consider sheltering in place
• Do not host or attend any gatherings
• Limit unnecessary travel
• Persons with recent travel to an area having widespread community transmission or a shelter in place order should shelter in place at home until 14 days after return
• Create a plan for how to safely care for a household member if they become ill