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How to deal with Coronavirus COVID-19 Coronaviruses are a large fami- ly of viruses that typically cause re- spiratory illnesses, which frequent- ly include the common cold to more severe conditions such as pneu- monia. COVID-19 is a new strain, caused by a novel (or new) corona- virus that has not previously been seen in humans. It is thought that this virus is spreads person-to-person through respiratory droplets, similar to how the flu and other respiratory illnesses are spread. This typical- ly happens when an infected per- son coughs or sneezes and you are in close proximity to that person (about 6 feet). It may be possible to get COVID-19 by touching a sur- face or object that has the virus on it and then touching your own eyes, nose, or mouth, although this is not thought to be the main way the vi- rus spreads. Symptoms of COVID-19 can in- clude fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. At this time, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) believe that symptoms may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure. If you are experiencing symp- toms of COVID-19, it is recommend- ed that you call your doctor to dis- cuss your symptoms. Pike County Health Officer Dr. Nathan Grow, who practices at the Deaconess Clinic in Petersburg said their clinic is screening peo- ple at the front door. He said right now they have people call into the office from their parking lot. They will answer questions. Then when they are ready for them the patient is screened at the front door for a temperature and allowed in and tak- en directly to a room to see the doc- tor. "We don't want sick people mix- ing with well people in the waiting room," said Grow. He said while the influenza B, which caused school to close earlier this year has pret- ty much disappeared they are now starting to see influenza A. Dr. Grow said if you are experi- encing COVID-19 like symptoms, it is much more likely the result of influenza or other respiratory ill- nesses that typically circulate this time of year. However he said call your local doctor. They will ask you several questions about symptoms. He said if you check certain boxes during those questions, they will re- fer you to another person who will ask more specific questions. Then decided from those answers if you need to be tested. He explained they are trying to ration the tests because they are sparse. Pike County Emergency Man- agement Director Ryan Benner said Memorial Hospital in Jasper has set up a flu clinic outside the hospital so they can keep the highly infec- tious things, like influenza and CO- VID-19, outside the hospital. The Indiana Dept. of Health has said it is important to remember that 80 per- cent of individuals who contract CO- VID-19 have mild symptoms and do not require hospitalization. Those that are at higher risk of compli- cations from COVID-19 include adults 60 and over and individuals who are immunocompromised or have serious chronic medical con- ditions, such as heart disease, lung disease, diabetes. There is no spe- cific treatment for COVID-19 and no vaccine at this time. Support- ive measures to relieve symptoms are recommended, which would in- clude drinking plenty of fluids, get- ting plenty of rest, and taking over- the-counter medications to relieve pain and fevers. Emergency room visits and hospitalization should be reserved for those experienc- ing severe symptoms or complica- tions such as difficulty breathing and pneumonia. The Indiana Dept. of Health states some simple everyday pre- ventative actions can be taken to help protect yourself from Corona- virus • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 sec- onds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or hav- ing been in a public place. • If soap and water are not avail- able, use a hand sanitizer that con- tains at least 60 percent alcohol. • To the extent possible, avoid touching high-touch surfaces in public places — elevator buttons, door handles, handrails, handshak- ing with people, etc. Use a tissue or your sleeve to cover your hand or finger if you must touch something. • Wash your hands after touch- ing surfaces in public places. • Avoid touching your face, nose, eyes, etc. • Clean and disinfect your home to remove germs: practice routine cleaning of frequently touched sur- faces (for example: tables, door- knobs, light switches, handles, desks, toilets, faucets, sinks and cell phones) • Avoid crowds, especially in poorly ventilated spaces. Your risk of exposure to respiratory virus- es like COVID-19 may increase in crowded, closed-in settings with lit- tle air circulation if there are people in the crowd who are sick. • Avoid all non-essential trav- el including plane trips, and espe- cially avoid embarking on cruise ships. Pike County Health Nurse Amy Gladish said people can take some common-sense measures such as stocking up on food supplies to sus- tain them for a few days, but not panicking and hoarding items. She also advised people to order their prescritions a few days early instead of waiting until the last day or two to have their prescriptions refilled. To help slow the rate of transmis- sion of COVID-19, the CDC recom- mends for the next eight weeks, or- ganizers whether groups or individ- uals, cancel or postpone in-person events that consist of 50 people or more throughout the United States. Examples of these events could include: church services, confer- ences, festivals, parades, sporting events, weddings, and other types of assemblies planned by organiza- tions or individuals. Events of any size should only be continued if they can be carried out with an ad- herence to guidelines for protect- ing vulnerable populations, hand hygiene, and social distancing. When feasible, organizers could modify events to be virtual. This recommendation does not apply to the day-to-day operations of organi- zations such as schools, institutes of higher learning, or businesses. Anyone that has planned an event or mass gathering of 50 people or more needs to contact their local health department to discuss these events. This is a constantly evolving sit- uation. Residents need to be pre- pared for extended closures of schools, businesses, etc. in the event that this virus becomes wide- spread in our community. Please follow all guidance put forth by local and state health authorities and county and state governmen- tal agencies. Consider stocking up on a 2-week supply of prescription and over the counter medications, food and other essentials, become familiar with your employers COV- ID-19 plans, make back up plans for childcare needs in the event your childcare facility would close, etc. Credible sources for up to date, accurate information and guidance can be found on Indiana State De- partment of Health website and CDC website. The Indiana State Dept. of Health has a COVID-19 ho- tline that can answer general ques- tions from the public or health care provider inquiries about COVID-19 may be directed to the ISDH CO- VID-19 Call Center at the toll-free number 877-826 -0011 (available 24/7) or e-mail epiresource@isdh. in.gov.