Coronavirus (COVID-19)

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure:

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath/trouble breathing
• Pneumonia

CDC believes at this time that symptoms may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure to the virus.

What should you do if you are experiencing symptoms and have traveled to areas of concern or have been in contact with someone who has traveled to these areas or has a confirmed case of Coronavirus?

• Call ahead to your health care provider before seeking treatment in person!
• Additional  steps to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community at the CDC.

Where can I get tested for COVID-19?

Several sites have opened in Dutchess County for those experiencing symptoms of coronavirus/COVID-19 to be screened.

Testing for Coronavirus in Dutchess County

COVID-19 is believed to spread mainly from person to person who are in close contact with one another (less than 6 feet of distance) through respiratory droplets when a person with COVID-19 coughs or sneezes.  It may also be possible for COVID-19 to be spread through touching infected objects or surfaces.

How do I protect myself and my family from COVID-19?

Help stop the spread of Coronavirus and protect yourself and others:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use alcohol based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
• Cough or sneeze into your sleeve or a tissue (not your hands), then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick and take special care to help the elderly and people with underlying health conditions avoid exposure. Call instead of visiting those most at risk. Offer help delivering groceries and other necessities so they can stay at home.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick and even if you feel well, stay at home as much as possible.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a cleaning product that contains bleach.
  • EPA's list of antimicrobial products registered for use against COVID-19 (.pdf)
• Practice social distancing. Keep at least 6 feet of space between yourself and others whenever possible. Avoid social gatherings and unnecessary appointments.
  • Guidance from the State on protecting yourself when enjoying the outdoors.
• Wear a cloth face mask. A simple cloth face covering should be worn by everyone outside of their home when ample social distancing proves difficult. 
  • Using a Cloth Face Covering as a Mask Flyer (pdf)
  • CDC guidance on creating and using cloth face coverings 
  • How to Make Your own Face Covering (CDC | YouTube)
     
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