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COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus): Longmont Chamber Update

COVID-19, the infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has dominated the news cycle as it continues to spread globally. As of March 11, the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce is not suspending operations or regularly scheduled events. It is important to us that we help provide our members with resources to prevent and prepare for how COVID-19 might affect our community. Please take the time to review the following information:

 

Local

• Boulder County: Disease Prevention, COVID-19
• UCHealth: Recent Updates
• Centura Health: Information about Coronavirus Disease 2019

For Businesses

• US Department of Labor: Safety and Health, COVID-19
• CDC: Interim Guidance for Business and Employers
• WHO: Key Planning Recommendations for Mass Gatherings

Reputable Resources (frequently updated)

• Center for Disease Control
• CDC: Communications Resources – Talk to Your Staff
• World Health Organization
• COVID-19 Global Cases by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU)

Here are 5 simple steps you can take to decrease your chances of getting sick and to help prevent the spread of disease:

1. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
3. Practice respiratory etiquette: Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow. Wash your hands after sneezing.
4. Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
5. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.