Covid-19 updates

City of Philadelphia COVID-19 Overview:

Day by Day:

https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/testing-and-data/#/

Current situation and risk in Philadelphia:

https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/

                                    Protect Yourself By Protecting Others

What is COVID-19?

• A respiratory illness caused by a virus that affects the lungs
• It spreads quickly from person-to-person

How do I catch it?

• Mainly through contact with respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes in close contact (within about 6 feet)
• These droplets can land in your mouth or nose and possibly be inhaled into the lungs
• Possibly by touching a surface that has been touched by someone who has the virus, and then touching your own mouth, nose, or eyes before washing your hands

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Chills
• Repeated shaking with chills
• Muscle pain
• Headache
• Sore throat
• New loss of taste or smell

What can I do to stop the spread?

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Stay home if you are sick and avoid using public transportation when you are sick
• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
• Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands
• Cough and sneeze into the bend of your elbow
• Keep surfaces clean
• People who are sick should stay home

Who is more susceptible to complications from the virus?

• Older adults.
• People who have serious chronic medical conditions such as
  • Heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • Lung disease

What should I do if I have symptoms of COVID-19?

• Stay home
• Call 215-227-0300 and tell them that you have symptoms