The Dallas County Hospital and Family Medicine Clinics implemented a visitor-restriction policy Wednesday, and they have received many questions surrounding the COVID-19 precautions and protocol have been asked over the past 24 hours, according to a statement released Thursday.
The DCH has issued the following tips and guidelines to assist the community during this time.
How to prevent illness:
• Clean your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap is not available, use a hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are ill and distance yourself with other people in the community. This is important for people who are at a higher risk of getting sick.
• Stay home if you’re sick, except to seek medical care.
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• If you ARE sick you should be wearing a face mask when you are around other people.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.
What to do if you are sick?
• Stay home except to seek medical care and avoid public places or transportation.
• Call ahead before visiting your provider to make an appointment
• If you believe you may have contracted COVID-19, please notify your healthcare provider at the time of your call. This will help the healthcare team take the next steps to keep others from being potentially exposed.
• Call Dallas County Hospital and Family Medicine Clinics or your family provider with any questions on symptoms, travel, or more information on how to care for a person who is sick and has traveled.
For more information or updates on COVID-19, please visit the website of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.