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Wash your hands often with soap
- Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the bathroom, before eating, and after being around someone who is sick.
- If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Your eyes, nose, and mouth are gateways for germs to enter your body.
- Avoid touching them with your hands unless they are clean.
- If you do touch them, wash your hands immediately.
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Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are sick.
- If you must be close to someone who is sick, wear a mask.
- Avoid sharing food, drinks, or utensils with people who are sick.
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Stay home if you are sick, get medical care
- If you are sick, stay home from work, school, and other activities.
- Get plenty of rest and drink fluids.
- See a doctor if your symptoms get worse.
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Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue
- If you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue.
- Throw the tissue away immediately and wash your hands.
- If you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow.
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Immediately wash your hands with water
- If you come into contact with someone who is sick or with their bodily fluids, immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
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If you are sick: You should wear a facemask
- If you are sick, wear a face mask to help prevent the spread of germs.
- Make sure the mask fits snugly over your nose and mouth.
- Change your mask every few hours or if it becomes wet.
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If surfaces are dirty, clean them
- If you use public transportation, shared workspaces, or other shared facilities, clean them after use.
- Use disinfectant wipes or sprays to clean surfaces that are touched frequently.
- Wash your hands after cleaning.
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