COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

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PACIFICA Hospital is closely monitoring the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Our medical staff is in regular contact with the LA County Department of Public Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in support of efforts to limit the further spreading of the virus.

As a leading-edge patient care by the region’s best doctors. We treat patients with complex illnesses and adhere to the rigorous infection-control protocols. Our care-driven goal at all times is protecting the well-being and safety of patients, residents and employees while maintaining first-rate clinical care.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

KNOW HOW IT SPREADS

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus

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

TAKE STEPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Basic protective Measures Against the Coronavirus

CLEAN YOUR HANDS OFTEN

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing

If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands

AVOID CLOSE CONTACT

Avoid close contact with people who are sick

Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community. This is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick

TAKE STEPS TO PROTECT OTHERS

STAY HOME IF YOU’RE SICK, UNLESS YOU REALLY NEED TO SEEK CARE

Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care. Learn what to do if you are sick

COVER COUGHS AND SNEEZES

Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow

Throw used tissues in the trash

Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol

WEAR A FACEMASK IF YOU ARE SICK

If you are sick: You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then you should do your best to cover your coughs and sneezes, and people who are caring for you should wear a facemask if they enter your room. Learn what to do if you are sick

If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). Facemasks may be in short supply and they should be saved for caregivers

CLEAN AND DISINFECT

Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks

If surfaces are dirty, clean them: Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection

FIVE SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE STEPS (WET, LATHER, SCRUB, RINSE, DRY)

COVID 19 UPDATE