A message from the California Department of Public Health: Until there is a widely available vaccine to prevent COVID-19, the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus spreads mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). This occurs by respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
Every person has a role to play. So much of protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:
- Stay home except for essential needs/activities.
- Practice physical distancing – stay 6 feet away from people.
- Wear a cloth face mask if you leave home.
- Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
For more ways to protect yourself, visit https://www.cdph.ca.gov/
