What if I, as a teacher, am not comfortable returning to school in-person due to COVID-19?
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Should a student quarantine if he/she was in close contact with another student with COVID-19?
Are antibiotics effective against COVID-19?
No. Antibiotics do not work against viruses; they only work on bacterial infections. Antibiotics do not prevent or treat COVID-19, because COVID-19 is caused by a virus, not bacteria.
Should I wear a face mask to protect against COVID-19?
The CDC now recommends that all adults and children over 2 years wear a mask when going out in public.
The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is primarily transmitted through droplets containing virus, or through viral particles that float in the air. Even people who are infected but do not have symptoms, or have not yet developed symptoms, can infect others. Masks help minimize spread. They are to be used in additon to, not instead of, physical distancing.
Can I stay at home if I have the coronavirus disease?
Most people with COVID-19 have mild illness and can recover at home without medical care. Do not leave your home, except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas.
Is COVID-19 reinfection possible?
Cases of reinfection of COVID-19 have been reported but are rare. In general, reinfection means a person was infected (got sick) once, recovered, and then later became infected again.
What are some of the things you should do if you get sick with COVID-19?
Can COVID-19 spread through sexual intercourse?
Although COVID-19 has been detected in semen and feces, currently we do not think that the virus is spread through the sexual act. But, given that the virus is spread through respiratory droplets—which are much more likely to be shared when in close contact with another person—many sexual acts will be considered high risk. So, as the New York City Department of Health details in its safer sex and COVID-19 fact sheet, minimizing risks by exploring other avenues of meaningful interaction is suggested and recommended.
Can the coronavirus disease spread faster in an air-conditioned house?
Waleed Javaid, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, says it is possible, but not likely.
If someone in the house who is infected with the virus is coughing and sneezing and not being careful, then tiny virus particles in respiratory droplets could be circulated in the air. Anything that moves air currents around the room can spread these droplets, whether it is an air conditioning system, a window-mounted AC unit, a forced heating system, or even a fan, according to Dr. Javaid.
Should I travel during the COVID-19 pandemic?
CDC recommends that you do not travel at this time. Delay travel and stay home to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
Can traveling to visit others increase my chances of getting and spreading COVID-19?
Yes. Travel increases your chance of spreading and getting COVID-19. CDC recommends that you do not travel at this time. Delay travel and stay home to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
Traveling to visit family may be especially dangerous if you or your loved ones are at higher risk for severe illness and you may need to take extra precautions.
When should I self-quarantine?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends self-quarantining only if you have reason to believe you’ve been exposed to the virus. For instance, if you feel healthy but have recently come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19, it’s time to self-quarantine.
When can you stop self-isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Persons with COVID-19 who have symptoms and were directed to care for themselves at home may discontinue isolation under the following conditions:• At least 10 days* have passed since symptom onset and• At least 24 hours have passed since resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and• Other symptoms have improved.
How to avoid getting COVID-19 with dirty hands?
Frequently wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after being in close contact or in the same room as the sick person. If soap and water aren’t available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Who should abide to social distancing rules during COVID-19?
Since people can spread the virus before they know they are sick, it is important to stay at least 6 feet away from others when possible, even if you—or they—do not have any symptoms. Social distancing is especially important for people who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
Does the coronavirus disease spread through meat?
Currently, there is no evidence that you can get infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 by eating food, including wild hunted game meat. However, hunters can get infected with other diseases when processing or eating game.