Some useful information on COVID-19
As the COVID-19 situation continues, We are offering a video consultation option for our patients convenience and safety.
These can be arranged by contacting our office on 915-591-7704.
As always in the case of an emergency please call 911.
- According to the CDC: “For most of the American public, who are unlikely to be exposed to this virus at this time, the immediate health risk from COVID-19 is considered low.”
- The CDC is now recommending that anyone who has traveled to a Level 3 country – even if they don’t have any symptoms – to self-isolate for 14 days. As of March 9, 2020, these countries include China, Iran, Italy and South Korea. Instructions for self-isolation are on the CDC website here.
- For the large majority of patients who may have flu-like symptoms, testing for Corona virus is still not necessary. There are many reasons why someone may have fever, cough, shortness of breath. If you have severe symptoms that are getting worse, go to an emergency room and mask yourself as soon as you can.
- Practice Respiratory Etiquette:Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, then throw it in the trash can. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your bent elbow.
- Practice Hand Hygiene: Wash 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 60% to 95% alcohol.
- Take Environmental Health Action: Routinely clean frequently touched surfaces and objects like cellphones, keyboards and door knobs.
- If you have not received a flu shot, while it won’t protect from COVID-19, it is your best protection for the flu. Thank you for choosing Pediatric Partners as your healthcare provider. This situation is changing on an ongoing basis; we will continue to update you as new and pertinent information is available. We are doing all we can to keep you and everyone in our communities safe and healthy.
If you think you may have been exposed to corona virus or are experiencing symptoms, please call (915) 591-7704
Frequently Asked Questions
The CDC post a comprehensive frequently asked questions which can be accessed by clicking here.
For the most up to date information please visit the CDC website by click on your preferred language below:
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