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Prevention Strategies
Prevention Strategies
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
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There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus
disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being
exposed to this virus.
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The virus is thought to spread mainly from
person-to-person.
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Between people who are in close contact with one
another (within about 6 feet).
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Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected
person coughs or sneezes.
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These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people
who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
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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.
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If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand
sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
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Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together
until they feel dry.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed
hands.