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Share facts about COVID-19
Know the facts about coronavirus (COVID-19) and help stop the spread of rumors.
FACT
1
FACT
2
Diseases can make anyone
sick regardless of their race
or ethnicity.
Fear and anxiety about COVID-19 can
cause people to avoid or reject others
even though they are not at risk for
spreading the virus.
For most people, the
immediate risk of becoming
seriously ill from the virus
that causes COVID-19 is
thought to be low.
Older adults and people of any
age who have serious underlying
medical conditions may be at
higher risk for more serious
complications from COVID-19.
FACT
3
Someone who has
completed quarantine or
has been released from
isolation does not pose a
risk of infection to
other people.
For up-to-date information, visit CDC’s
coronavirus disease 2019 web page.
FACT
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FACT
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• Fever
• Cough
There are simple things you can do to
help keep yourself and others healthy.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water
for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing
your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to the
bathroom; and before eating or preparing food.
• When in public, wear a cloth face covering that
covers your mouth and nose.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with
unwashed hands.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then
throw the tissue in the trash.
• Shortness of breath
You can help stop COVID-19 by
knowing the signs and symptoms,
which can include:
Seek medical attention immediately if you or
someone you love has emergency warning signs,
including:
• Trouble breathing
• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
• New confusion or not able to be woken
• Bluish lips or face
This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider
for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
CS 316439-A 04/14/2020
cdc.gov/coronavirus
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