EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE
DURING THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
Don’t delay getting the care you need
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f you are experiencing a serious illness
or severe symptoms of any kind, please
do not put off seeking emergency
medical care due to fears of coronavi-
rus. Delaying emergency medical help
could worsen symptoms or result in a
life-threatening situation. In the event of
a medical emergency, do not hesitate to
call 9-1-1.
All Atlantic Health System emergency
rooms remain open and safe for an
emergency of any kind, including both
COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 related
illnesses. Please know we have imple-
mented many safety measures to keep
our patients and caregivers safe.
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What should I do if I am
experiencing symptoms of
a heart attack or stroke?
Heart attacks and strokes don’t stop
during a pandemic, so don’t hesitate to
seek immediate medical care. If you are
experiencing symptoms, such as chest
pain, difficulty breathing, trouble lifting
your arms or weakness, call 9-1-1.
Can I see a doctor online?
Yes. With a secure telehealth visit, you
can consult with an experienced physi-
cian who can help diagnose, manage and
treat certain conditions or symptoms,
all from the comfort of your home.
Telehealth can help determine if on-site
emergency treatment is needed.
What Precautions Are Being
Taken at Hospitals?
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Everyone entering the hospital must
wear a facemask at all times.
Patients with COVID-19 are isolated
from other patients.
Personal Protective Equipment
(respirators, face shields/goggles,
gloves and gowns) are worn.
Handwashing with soap and
water or hand sanitizer gel is strictly
enforced.
No visitors are allowed
(except under extraordinary circumstances).
All public areas are cleaned
throughout the day using hospital-
grade disinfectants. All patient rooms,
patient care areas and equipment are
All health care personnel and any
visitors are screened for COVID-19
symptoms including a fever prior to
entering the hospital.
JEROME LEVINE, MD
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER,
CHILTON MEDICAL CENTER
thoroughly cleaned between patients
using appropriate disinfectants.
Additional cleaning using bleach
products is completed in all rooms and
areas occupied by a COVID patient.
Thank you for
#CaringTogether
Thank you for doing your part to
help slow the spread of Coronavirus
(COVID-19) in our community. Staying
at home, practicing social distancing
and frequent handwashing are the most
important things you can do to help slow
the spread of the disease. This will allow
us all to protect one another and care for
our most vulnerable communities.
For more ways you can help, visit www.atlantichealth.org/Together
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