McGregor's Response to the COVID-19 Virus
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COVID-19
McGregor COVID-19 Update
March 12th, 2020 12:00 PM
We are closely monitoring the updates from the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC). Our proactive response will align with their recommendations. McGregor’s primary focus is the health and well-being of its residents and associates.
PACE Health Centers are OPEN for Enrollment for new participants. We are open to participants only for routine non-emergency visits, and check-ups, visits that prevent a visit to the emergency room.
What should I know about COVID-19?
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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person like the flu. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.
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Symptoms include mild to severe respiratory symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
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The virus spreads person-to-person like the flu.
What Can I do to protect myself and my loved ones?
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What can I do to protect myself and my loved ones?
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Review the CDC Household Checklist to confirm you have the necessary preparations in place.
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Avoid close contact with people who are experiencing symptoms.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
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Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
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Clean and disinfect surfaces in your home that are touched frequently with disinfectant.
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Avoid traveling to places with widespread or sustained community transmission of COVID-19. A good place for reliable travel information can be found on the CDC Travel Page.
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More information about this virus can be found on the CDC Website.