SARS-CoV-2 is a highly contagious airborne virus which can cause severe long-term health problems even after seemingly “mild” infections. Know the facts about how it spreads, and how you can protect yourself and others. Clean air: The first line of defense COVID-19 infection is mainly caused by inhaling aerosols containing the virus which are exhaled … Continued
H5N1 avian influenza is a highly infectious virus that affects wild birds, chickens, and other farm birds. In some cases, it has also been found in mammals, including humans. The virus has spread globally, but in the United States, cattle have been infected, and high levels of H5N1 have been detected in milk collected from farms in certain regions. Farmworkers, veterinarians, … Continued
This guide provides practical steps to help you stay safe during medical appointments and reduce your exposure to COVID-19 and other pathogens present in healthcare facilities. Every infection matters, and everyone faces risks, including the potential for Long COVID. Types of Medical Appointments Different kinds of appointments require unique considerations based on their nature and … Continued
This guidance complements the expanded guidance document for communication with friends and family, as well as guidelines for professional conversations at the workplace, contractor communication, and the appendices by providing a deeper framework for crafting thoughtful communication strategies. Is communicating with family and friends about COVID-19 a challenge? Many people find these conversations difficult because … Continued
This guidance complements the short guidance document for communication with friends and family, as well as guidelines for professional conversations at the workplace, contractor communication, and the appendices by providing a deeper framework for crafting thoughtful communication strategies. Introduction Is communicating with family and friends about COVID-19 a challenge? Many people find these conversations difficult … Continued
This guidance complements the short and expanded guidance documents for communication with friends and family, as well as guidelines for contractor communication, and the appendices by providing a deeper framework for crafting thoughtful communication strategies. Navigating conversations about COVID-19 precautions in professional or workplace settings requires balancing clarity, respect, and awareness of dynamics such as … Continued
This guidance complements the short and expanded guidance documents for communication with friends and family, as well as guidelines for professional conversations at the workplace, and the appendices by providing a deeper framework for crafting thoughtful communication strategies. As a contractor, addressing COVID-19 precautions requires professionalism and tact. Unlike employees, contractors often navigate less formal … Continued
This appendix complements the short and expanded guidance documents for communication with friends and family, as well as guidelines for professional conversations at the workplace, and contractor communication by providing a deeper framework for crafting thoughtful communication strategies. Appendix A: Active Listening and Motivational Interviewing Effective communication often involves understanding the other person’s perspective and … Continued
This document lays out recommended ventilation and air cleaning requirements for governments, businesses, and building operators. SARS-CoV-2 transmission is higher indoors than outdoors[1] and transmission is substantially reduced by indoor ventilation.[2] The failure to enhance ventilation and air cleaning puts the users of buildings at unnecessary risk.
If symptoms are not severe and the person is not at high risk for developing severe disease due to age, pre-existing illness (diabetes, obesity, COPD, immunosuppressive conditions, etc), they may be able to safely recover at home. Below are important factors to keep in mind when taking care of a COVID-19 infected person at home