Pathways Issue 4: COVID-19 and Seniors' Health | Page 9
FOUR WAYS TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS Wearing a non‑medical mask can help stop the spread of COVID-19. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. READ MORE READ MORE Practise physical distancing keeping two metres apart when outside your home. Avoid touching your face, eyes nose and mouth. COMBATTING DRY HANDS Dr. Katie Beleznay, UBC clinical instructor of dermatology and skin science, on how to take care of your skin with frequent hand washing. RE AD ARTICLE RESOURCES FOR B.C.’S SENIORS Safe Seniors, Strong Communities COVID-19 resources in multiple languages Safe Seniors, Strong Communities is a program through bc211 that matches seniors, who need support with non‑medical essentials, to volunteers in their community who are willing to help. Find handouts and videos about COVID-19 in multiple languages on the BC Centre for Disease Control website. LEARN MORE LEARN MORE