I try to avoid politics as your Section Manager, but here is some good advice from Senator Pat Toomey.
Stay safe, take care and stay healthy.
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George W3GWM
Eastern PA Section Manager
Email: W3GWM
Phone (570) 250-1007
Here is what you need to know about COVID-19:
By taking the same precautionary measures you might to mitigate contracting the flu, you can decrease the risk of contracting COVID-19.
Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. If you have been in China or any other country with high prevalence of the virus, such as Italy, South Korea or Iran, within the past two weeks and develop symptoms, call your doctor.
Hand sanitizers are no more effective than traditional soap and water, when they are used properly. There is no need to go out of your way to procure hand sanitizer.
There has been information circulating that N-95 facemasks can protect you from COVID-19. Unless you are already sick or a health care worker, do not buy these masks as they are crucially needed for doctors, health care professionals, and patients. Rather, follow the steps above and you will put yourself in the best position to avoid contracting COVID-19.
Travel Warnings
CDC is currently recommending that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to China and South Korea. They also advise that older adults and those with chronic medical conditions consider postponing nonessential travel to Iran, Italy, and Japan. If you are traveling to Hong Kong, practice usual precautions such as those listed above. If you plan to travel internationally, regardless of your destination, it would be prudent to enroll in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program to receive important messages, updates, alerts, and travel advisories while you are out of the country.
Further Information
Experts are working diligently to understand COVID-19. Because new information is coming out every day, visit the sites below to stay informed.
The Centers for Disease Control provides updates on the virus and safety information for the public and healthcare professionals.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health provides information on the virus and safety precautions.
The State Department provides a list of travel advisories for those who are planning to fly outside of the United States.