COVID-19 Resources
Overview
Health experts, inside and outside the federal government, agree that the best way to prevent illness from COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus 2019) is to practice routine preventive practices. Below we have compiled accurate and reliable information and resources from trusted sources like the CDC that will help our member organizations keep themselves, their employees and the people they serve safe. 
- Printable PDF flyer: Know the facts about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and help stop the spread of rumors. (CDC)
- Get the most current information about the disease from the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation Summary (CDC)
- The CDC has quite a few printable posters and flyers, in English and several other languages that can be downloaded from their website. (CDC)
Tips for Your Daily Home and Work Life 
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Everyday practices to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases – including the flu -- include:
- Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care (CALL AHEAD to your provider).
- Cover coughs and sneezes with your elbow or a tissue, and throw the tissue in the trash.
- Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects daily.
Specific Recommendations
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Resources for Healthcare Facilities
- Resources and updates overall
- CDC’s hospital preparedness landing page with resources
- CDC’s healthcare professionals preparedness checklist
- CDC’s case tracker
- Interim Guidance: Get Your Mass Gatherings or Large Community Events Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Interim Guidance: Get Your Community- and Faith-Based Organizations Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities including guidance for homes, schools, and workplaces
- Geographic Risk Assessment for COVID-19 Transmission
- Steps Healthcare Facilities Can Take Now to Prepare for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
- Resources and updates overall
- CMS’s quality, safety and oversight guidance and updates
- CMS’s coding guidance for COVID-19
World Health Organization (WHO)
- Resources and global updates on guidance
- WHO’s technical guidance for infection prevention, operational support, and updated communications
American Hospital Association (AHA)
Suggestions for faith communities
- Information sheet for churches from Everence
- Making sure community contact lists are up to date and that ‘calling trees’ or other practices for accounting for individuals who may be living alone, elderly, and vulnerable are in place
- Considering how liturgical practices can be adapted to minimize hand contact
- Reviewing community calendars and making decisions on which events may need to be canceled and by when
- Establishing the routine cleaning of sanctuaries, kitchen halls, and other communal spaces; and so many more helpful ideas and practices
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