COVID-19 in

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Table of Contents
• What is COVID-19? • Being sick
• Cases • Daily life & coping
• Symptoms • People who need extra
• Testing for COVID-19 precautions
• Spreading and Prevention • Pets & Animals
• Protective Coverings • Travel
• What you can do to help
• Resources
What is
COVID-
19?
What is Coronavirus?
• “corona” means “crown”, how the
virus looks under the microscope

- some of them cause common

diseases among human species (cold
and respiratory illnesses)
- others affect animals

https://www.nhpr.org/post/coronavirus-update-state-reports-39-new-cases-testing-has-taken-place-every-nh-nursing-home#stream/0
What is COVID-19?
• novel coronavirus: a new coronavirus
• COVID-19: a disease
On Feb 11, 2020, WHO announced ‘COVID-19’ as an official name for
the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first
identified in Wuhan China.
‘CO’: ‘corona’
‘VI’: ‘virus’
‘D’: disease
‘19’: 2019

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html#Coronavirus-Disease-2019-Basics
Cases
Reported Cases Worldwide (updated 6/2/2020)

- As of the end of
June, WHO said it
considered the
Americas to be the
new epicenter of the
pandemic.
- 1) Testing programs
improved
- 2) Virus just arrived

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/world/coronavirus-maps.html
Reported cases in the US (updated 6/2/2020)
- As of early April,
the death toll has put
America at No.1
worldwide for the
number of people
killed by the virus.

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/world/coronavirus-maps.htm
Rates

- In the US, the growth rate

has stabilized.
- However, cases are still
being undercounted
- premature reopenings in
some states could lead to
new outbreaks .

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/us/coronavirus-us-cases.html
Resources
● CDC:
○ Cases in the US
○ testing data
○ forecasting using mathematical models

- state and territorial health departments

➢ testing centers & hospitalizations
➢ demographics
➢ stay-at-home / quarantine orders

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates/cases-in-us.html
Symptoms
Symptoms
- symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to virus
- fever or chills
- cough
- shortness of breath
- fatigue
- muscle/ body/ headaches
- new loss of taste or smell
- sore throat
- congestion or runny nose
- nausea/ vomiting
- diarrhea
Emergency warning symptoms:
- trouble breathing
- persistent pain or pressure in
chest
- new confusion
- inability to wake or stay awake
- bluish lips or face
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html
Testing
for
COVID-
19
Two kinds of tests
1)viral tests (for current infection)
2)antibody tests, not recommended (for previous infection)
Viral test results:
- Positive: take protective steps to self-isolate and self-quarantine
- Negative: you did not have COVID-19 at the time of testing

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
Who should take a viral test?
* Though testing supplies are increasing, it may still be difficult to find a
place to get tested.

- mild illnesses: can recover at home without medical care, may not
need to be tested

- if you have symptoms:

1) contact your healthcare provider
2) visit your local health department’s website for information (their
decisions are guided, but not determined by CDC)

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
Spread and
Prevention
How It Spreads
- close contact from person-to-person (<= 6 ft)
- respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks
- touching a surface that has virus

* Since symptoms show after 2-14 days, COVID-19 may be spread by

people who are not showing symptoms

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/how-covid-spreads.html
Protect yourselves

- There is currently no vaccine.

- The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this
virus → social-distancing and quarantine.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.htm
1.Wash your hands!!!
- soap and water >= 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose,
coughing or sneezing
- alternative: at least 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Don’t touch your face!

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html
2. Social Distancing
- avoid close contact with people who are sick, even inside your home
- stay at least 6 feet (2 arms’ length) from other people
- avoid crowded places and mass gatherings

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html
3. Wear cloth face coverings

- Everyone should wear a cloth face cover in public settings.

- continue social distancing
- Do NOT use a facemask meant for a healthcare worker
- N95 Respirators
- Surgical Masks

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.htm
4. Clean and Disinfect
Clean: soap and water, reduces germs, dirt and impurities
Disinfect: kills germs

- follow manufacturer’s instructions on cleaning household devices

- wipeable cover
- if no guidance:
1) use 70% alcohol-based wipes or sprays
2) dry surfaces thoroughly

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html
5. Doing laundry
1)Wear disposable gloves when handling dirty laundry
from a sick person.
*However, the laundry could be washed with other
people’s items.
2)Do not shake dirty laundry
3)Clean and disinfect clothes hampers
4)Remove gloves, wash hands RIGHT AWAY

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html
Protectiv
e
Covering
s
Protective Coverings
● Wear a cloth face covering in public settings
○ hospitals and other healthcare settings
○ workplaces
○ grocery stores & pharmacies
● Who should wear face coverings: people older than 2 years of age in a public
setting where it is difficult to maintain six feet of distances and who don’t have
trouble breathing
When wearing a face covering:
● Wash hands before putting on the covering, do not touch it after putting it on
● secure it under the chin and fit it over your nose and mouth
● There are instructions on how to make sew/no sew face coverings here.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html
Protective Coverings

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/how-to-make-cloth-face-covering.html
Being sick
If YOU are sick
● Stay home!
○ Only leave for medical care
● Take care of yourself
○ Stay hydrated!
○ Over-the-counter medicines
● Stay in touch with your doctor
● Avoid public transportation
○ Separate yourself from other people
● Monitor symptoms!
○ When to seek emergency medical attention: you have trouble breathing,
persistent pain and pressure in chest, confusion, difficulty to stay awake,
bluish hue

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html
If OTHERS are sick

1. Keep separate bedroom and bathroom for the person.

a. wear disposable gloves if you are cleaning their areas
b. only clean when needed, eg. the area is soiled
2. If you share a bathroom
a. the sick person should clean and disinfect after using
b. the caregiver should wait as long as possible before cleaning and
disinfecting

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html
If OTHERS are sick (food and trash)
1. The sick person should eat in their separate room.
2. wash dishes with
a. disposable gloves
b. hot water and soap
3. dedicated, lined trash can
a. disposable gloves

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html
Daily Life
and
Coping
Daily life and coping during quarantine
• There are several ways to cope with stress...
• Take breaks from the news
• Meditate, stretch, practice mindfulness
• Eat healthy and balanced meals
• Exercise
• Avoid drugs and alcohol
• Try to separate work and home life
• Keep in touch with friends and family

• If you suffer from a pre-existing mental health condition, be aware of

new or worsening symptoms

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html
 Extra
Precautions
People who need extra precautions
● People 65 years or older
● People living in a nursing home or long-term care facility
● People of ALL ages with underlying medical conditions including:
○ Chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma
○ Serious heart conditions
○ Immunocompromised
○ Severe obesity
○ Diabetes
○ Chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis
○ Liver disease

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-at-higher-risk.html
Older Adults at High Risk
● 8 out of 10 deaths reported in the U.S. have been in adults 65 years
or older.
● Below shows the estimated percent of adults with confirmed
COVID-19 reported in the U.S.:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/older-adults.html
Pets and
Animals
Pets and animals
● We do not know the exact source of COVID-19,
but we know that it originally came from an
animal source.

● COVID-19 could infect animals, which could

spread to humans
○ However, this is rare https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-
coping/pets.html

• first case in the US:

a tiger with a respiratory illness at a zoo in New
York City

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html
Precautions
- Keep cats indoors
- Walk dogs on a leash at least 6 feet away from others
- Do NOT put face coverings on pets; this could harm them

- Do not wipe or bathe your pet with chemical disinfectants,

alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, or any other products not approved
for animal use.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/pets.html
If you are sick:
● Have another member of the household take care of the pets
● wear a cloth face covering and wash hands before and after
interaction

If your pet is sick:

● Keep your pet at home, contact your veterinarian
● Separate your pet from other people and pets in the house
● Try to avoid contact as much as possible
○ Use cloth face coverings and gloves when near your infected pet

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/pets.html
Travel
Travel Health Notices (updated 6/1/2020)
Level 1: Limited community transmission
Level 2: Ongoing community transmission
Level 3: widespread ongoing transmission with/without restrictions on
entry to the US

1) US: level 3 without restrictions

2) Every country in the world are currently in level 3.

For the complete map please visit CDC

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/map-and-travel-notices.html
Travel Risks
1. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from
getting sick
2. Do not travel if you are sick, or if you have been around someone
with COVID-19 in the past 14 days.

- Bring enough medicine

- pack enough >= 60% alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- always wear a cloth face covering
- prepare water and non-perishable food

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.html
Risks of Different Types Of Travel
● air
○ airport, airplanes
● car
○ food and bathroom breaks along the way
● bus/train

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.htm
Returning From International Travel OR
Cruise Voyages
Stay at home for 14 days

1. take your temperature twice a day and monitor your symptoms, use a
temperature log
2. Do not go to work or school. Avoid any contact with others

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/after-travel-precautions.html
Though lockdown is being lifted in many places,
the number of cases are on the rise again

What can you do

to help?
Ways to help

1. Donate
- PPE Drives (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Food Banks
- Small Businesses
1. Connect with others
2. Fundraise through your passion
...
“Staying apart is
the best way to be
united.”
-- Coca-Cola
Produced by
+ AppilyDay
*Haipei Chen Emily Overgard
Ashley Chiu Lyv Vracko
Fiona Fisher Sanjali Vuriti *head translator

Asma Masude Andrea Wu + project manager

The information presented in this video is accurate as of June 1st, 2020, and is directly
compiled from the CDC guidelines.
For the most up-to-date information in the United States, please visit cdc.gov.