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How to protect yourself & others 

Health officials recommend the following steps to stay safe and help prevent the spread: 

• Do not have close contact with people who are sick. 
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home if you exhibit any symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone sick and have not been vaccinated.
• Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or inside of your elbow. Make sure to dispose of used tissues in the trash. 
• Clean your hands often. Wash your hands with soap and water, or alcohol-based hand sanitizer (with at least (60% alcohol), for at least 20            seconds. 
• Clean and sanitize frequently-touched objects and surfaces – daily. 
• Monitor your health and be alert for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms.