you’re able to also listen to a replay of the tele-town hall.
Nancy Messonnier, M.D.
Starting at age 60, theres an increased risk of death, and the risk increases with age.
But Id still be concerned about longer flights.
If you are caring for someone who has been diagnosed, they should wear a mask.
You are perfectly safe in that environment with them.
Admiral Brett Giroir, M.D.
These droplets can land on your nose or mouth or potentially your hands.
And if you touch your face, you might get it.
On precautions
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Disinfect and clean household surfaces and objects.
Wash hands with soap and water, and do it for at least 20 seconds.
Wash frequently, or you’re free to use hand sanitizer with a high concentration of alcohol.
On nursing homes and assisted living facilities
Its important to talk to the people running the facility.
Be sure they have doubled down.
A lot of people are afraid because theres no vaccine, but that doesnt mean we dont have tools.
The tools are tried and true.
All are covered services.
Your doctor can bill for these.
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