South New Castle News

ChristianaCare issued the following announcement on Feb  26.

ChristianaCare is well prepared to meet the needs of our caregivers and our community related to emerging infections, including the Coronavirus COVID-19. Our caregivers are trained in accordance with CDC guidelines to screen patients appropriately, isolate patients suspected of the Coronavirus and engage our Infection Prevention team to coordinate testing with the Delaware Division of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when indicated. Our hospitals are fully equipped to care for patients with Coronavirus, including negative-pressure rooms that are in line with the CDC’s recommended strategies to prevent the spread of COVID-19. And our caregivers are prepared with the protocols and equipment to protect themselves when caring for a patient suspected of the Coronavirus.

For the most up-to-date information about Coronavirus and its impact in our community, please refer to the following websites:

• Delaware Division of Public Health Coronavirus website.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus website.

Additionally, please follow ChristianaCare on Twitter and Facebook to receive our latest updates, as well as health and wellness information to help you and your family to be at your best health. Thank you for trusting ChristianaCare as your expert, caring partners in health.

How to protect yourself from Coronavirus

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend these actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

Learn more here at CDC.gov.

Original source can be found here.

Source: ChristianaCare