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General Information
What is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus.
How does COVID-19 spread?
The virus is thought to spread between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is also possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes.
What are the signs and symptoms of COVID-19?
Individuals who are infected with COVID-19 have had a range of severity, from mild to severe respiratory illness symptoms of:
3 months or younger: 100.4 F (38 C)
3 months to 24 months: 102 F (38.9 C)
Children
2 years to 3 years: 102.5 F (39.2 C)
3 years or older: 103 F
Adults
103 F
How do you protect yourself from COVID-19?
What to do if YOU are sick?
What to do if you have traveled from an area with the spread of COVID-19?
Is there a vaccine for COVID-19?
There is no current vaccine to protect against COVID-19.
Is there treatment for COVID-19?
There is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19. It is advised to seek medical care to help relieve symptoms.
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 visit: www.cdc.gov/COVID19
What is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus.
How does COVID-19 spread?
The virus is thought to spread between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is also possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes.
What are the signs and symptoms of COVID-19?
Individuals who are infected with COVID-19 have had a range of severity, from mild to severe respiratory illness symptoms of:
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Fever
3 months or younger: 100.4 F (38 C)
3 months to 24 months: 102 F (38.9 C)
Children
2 years to 3 years: 102.5 F (39.2 C)
3 years or older: 103 F
Adults
103 F
How do you protect yourself from COVID-19?
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water not available
What to do if YOU are sick?
- Stay at home when you are sick
- Cover your cough or sneeze with your elbow or tissue and throw the tissue in the trash
- Clean and disinfect frequently toughed objects/surfaces
What to do if you have traveled from an area with the spread of COVID-19?
- Possible restrictions of your movement for up to 2 weeks may be necessary.
- If you develop or have developed symptoms during your travel (fever, cough, trouble breathing) seek medical advice.
- Call your healthcare office provider before you go and tell them that you have traveled along with your symptoms.
- Avoid contact with people.
- Do not go out in public and delay all future travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others.'
Is there a vaccine for COVID-19?
There is no current vaccine to protect against COVID-19.
Is there treatment for COVID-19?
There is no specific antiviral treatment for COVID-19. It is advised to seek medical care to help relieve symptoms.
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 visit: www.cdc.gov/COVID19
Maternal Health
Pregnancy
What is the risk for pregnant women of getting COVID-19?
Can COVID-19 cause problems for a pregnancy?
At this time, it is unknown if COVID-19 would cause problems during pregnancy.
How can pregnant women protect themselves?
Pregnant women should act on COVID-19 as the general public is recommended:
Should I continue going to work while pregnant during COVID-19 pandemic?
Pregnant woman who have the ability to work from home should do so. If you can not work from home, if you work in a public-facing role that can be modified appropriately to minimize your exposure, this should be considered and discussed with your occupational health team.
Should you attend your prenatal appointments?
If you are well, you should attend your antenatal care as normal. Be sure to call your healthcare office prior to attending to follow proper protocol.
If you have symptoms of possible coronavirus infection, you should postpone routine visits until after the isolation period is over. Use of telemedicine for prenatal care may be a novel way to limit exposure to COVID-19 for pregnant women.
Can COVID-19 be passed from a pregnant woman to the newborn?
We still do not know if a pregnant woman with COVID-19 can pass the virus that causes COVID-19 to her fetus or baby during pregnancy or delivery.
Does having COVID-19 during pregnancy increase the chance for miscarriage?
Studies have not been done to see if having COVID-19 during pregnancy could increase the chance of miscarriage.
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Pregnancy visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169262
OR https://mothertobaby.org/fact-sheets/covid-19/
Infant Health
Having a new baby is exciting and a wonderful experience! A new baby is like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope and a dream of new possibilities.
Tips to protect your newborn baby are:
Delivering your baby with confirmed COVID-19, will it harm them?
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Infants visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169584
Breastfeeding
The decision to breastfeed is a personal one. As a new mom, you deserve support no matter how you decide to feed your baby.
Is my breastmilk safe for me baby?
Can I still breastfeed my baby if I am not infected?
Breast milk provides protection against many illnesses. Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience and an incredible bond between you and your baby! To begin or continuation of breastfeeding your baby is determined by you, the mother in collaboration with your family and health care practitioners.
What are some precautions to take while breastfeeding your baby?
For further information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Breastfeeding visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169714
Pregnancy
What is the risk for pregnant women of getting COVID-19?
- It is currently unknown if pregnant women have a greater chance of getting sick from COVID-19 than the general public nor whether they are more likely to have serious illness as a result.
- Pregnant women in general have an increased risk to some infections and viruses. With viruses from the same family as COVID-19, and other viral respiratory infections, such as influenza, women have had a higher risk of developing severe illness.
Can COVID-19 cause problems for a pregnancy?
At this time, it is unknown if COVID-19 would cause problems during pregnancy.
How can pregnant women protect themselves?
Pregnant women should act on COVID-19 as the general public is recommended:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water not available
- Cover your cough (preferably with your elbow)
- Avoid people who are sick
- Follow the Guidance on social distancing for all vulnerable people
Should I continue going to work while pregnant during COVID-19 pandemic?
Pregnant woman who have the ability to work from home should do so. If you can not work from home, if you work in a public-facing role that can be modified appropriately to minimize your exposure, this should be considered and discussed with your occupational health team.
Should you attend your prenatal appointments?
If you are well, you should attend your antenatal care as normal. Be sure to call your healthcare office prior to attending to follow proper protocol.
If you have symptoms of possible coronavirus infection, you should postpone routine visits until after the isolation period is over. Use of telemedicine for prenatal care may be a novel way to limit exposure to COVID-19 for pregnant women.
Can COVID-19 be passed from a pregnant woman to the newborn?
We still do not know if a pregnant woman with COVID-19 can pass the virus that causes COVID-19 to her fetus or baby during pregnancy or delivery.
Does having COVID-19 during pregnancy increase the chance for miscarriage?
Studies have not been done to see if having COVID-19 during pregnancy could increase the chance of miscarriage.
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Pregnancy visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169262
OR https://mothertobaby.org/fact-sheets/covid-19/
Infant Health
Having a new baby is exciting and a wonderful experience! A new baby is like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope and a dream of new possibilities.
Tips to protect your newborn baby are:
- Avoiding crowds, keeping babies away from crowded areas when possible.
- Stay away from sick people. At least 6 feet distance from anyone who is sick with a cough of a fever.
- Avoid others holding your baby, it is OK to say No 😊
- Washing your hands frequently when touching your baby
- Avoid others coming to your home to visit you and your newborn baby
- Avoid leaving your home to increase risk of catching illness for you and your newborns health
Delivering your baby with confirmed COVID-19, will it harm them?
- We do not know at this time what if any risk is posed to infants of a pregnant woman who has COVID-19.
- There have been a small number of reported problems with pregnancy or delivery (e.g. preterm birth) in babies born to mothers who tested positive for COVID-19 during their pregnancy. However, it is not clear that these outcomes were related to maternal infection.
For more information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Infants visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169584
Breastfeeding
The decision to breastfeed is a personal one. As a new mom, you deserve support no matter how you decide to feed your baby.
Is my breastmilk safe for me baby?
- There is a lot of unknown information about COVID-19 spread. In the limited studies on woman with COVID-19, the virus has not been detected in breast milk; however, we do not know whether mothers with COVID-19 can transmit the virus via breast milk.
- Currently, the primary concern is not whether the virus can be transmitted through breastmilk, but rather whether an infected mother can transmit the virus through respiratory droplets during the period of breastfeeding.
Can I still breastfeed my baby if I am not infected?
Breast milk provides protection against many illnesses. Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience and an incredible bond between you and your baby! To begin or continuation of breastfeeding your baby is determined by you, the mother in collaboration with your family and health care practitioners.
What are some precautions to take while breastfeeding your baby?
- Wash your hands before touching your infant
- Wear a mask while breastfeeding
- If you are using a breast pump, wash your hands thoroughly before touching any content
- Sterilize all breast pump materials after each use
For further information about the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Breastfeeding visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#anchor_1584169714
Talking to Your Children
Your influence matters! Wield it wisely, with passion, purpose and love.
What is the risk of my child becoming sick with COVID-19?
Children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults.
Protection for my children against COVID-19?
Are symptoms different in children than in adults for COVID-19?
No. The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar in children and adults.
What are the signs and symptoms of COVID-19?
Individuals who are infected with COVID-19 have had a range of severity, from mild to severe respiratory illness symptoms of:
How to talk about COVID-19 to your children?
Remember, your child will mimic your anxiety and your responses, so be a responsible example and remain sensible and calm. It is impossible to keep your children away from all the news that is spreading around, instead of ignoring the crisis, help your kids the right way!
For information on how to manage your child’s fear of the Coronavirus please visit, https://www.centerforchildcounseling.org/managing-your-childs-coronavirus-fear/
Your influence matters! Wield it wisely, with passion, purpose and love.
What is the risk of my child becoming sick with COVID-19?
Children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults.
Protection for my children against COVID-19?
- Clean hands often using soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer
- Avoid people who are sick
- Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces daily in household common areas (e.g. tables, hard-backed chairs, doorknobs, light switches, remotes, handles, desks, toilets, sinks)
- Launder items including washable plush toys as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. If possible, launder items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely. Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people’s items
Are symptoms different in children than in adults for COVID-19?
No. The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar in children and adults.
What are the signs and symptoms of COVID-19?
Individuals who are infected with COVID-19 have had a range of severity, from mild to severe respiratory illness symptoms of:
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Fever
How to talk about COVID-19 to your children?
- Remain calm and reassuring
- Make yourself available to listen and to talk
- Avoid language that might blame others and lead to stigma
- Pay attention to what children see or hear on social media, television and the radio
- Provide information that is honest
- Teach your children everyday actions to reduce spread of germs
- Remind children to stay away from people who are coughing, sneezing or sick.
- Remind them to cough or sneeze into a tissue or their elbow, then throw the tissue into the trash.
- Get children into a handwashing habit. (Singing songs: ABC’s, Birthday song, counting 20 Mississippi’s etc.)
Remember, your child will mimic your anxiety and your responses, so be a responsible example and remain sensible and calm. It is impossible to keep your children away from all the news that is spreading around, instead of ignoring the crisis, help your kids the right way!
For information on how to manage your child’s fear of the Coronavirus please visit, https://www.centerforchildcounseling.org/managing-your-childs-coronavirus-fear/
Policies
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (WIC)
Congress is providing early relief and streamline federal programs to respond to the needs of communities across the country. Governor Ron DeSantis requested work requirements be set aside to allow more participation in SNAP and TANF
For more information visit, https://www.nwica.org/blog/press-release-national-wic-association-applauds-early-steps-by-congress-to-address-covid-19-crisis-#.Xnyh53dFzcs
Policy Needs of Family Child Care
Today, national, state, and local advocates are asking Congress for $50 billion in emergency stimulus funding to prevent the child care industry from collapsing. We ask you to join these advocates by contacting your members of Congress now!
To call your members of Congress:
Senate contacts: https://bit.ly/3agkc9E
House of Representatives contacts: https://bit.ly/2y3uufi
To send an email to your members of Congress: Use the following link from our partners at ZERO TO THREE to fill out a form that will send an email message to your members of Congress: https://sforce.co/2Ue6q20
Webinar Info: https://bit.ly/3dkPjTA
New Centralized Website for Agency Issued COVID-19 Alerts
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (WIC)
Congress is providing early relief and streamline federal programs to respond to the needs of communities across the country. Governor Ron DeSantis requested work requirements be set aside to allow more participation in SNAP and TANF
- WIC stands ready to deliver throughout the public health emergency.
- WIC agencies are already developing innovative solutions to deliver vital nutrition support to pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children, while also reducing the risk of exposure to both participants and clinic staff.
- The bill includes an additional $500 million in funding for WIC, to ensure that the program can serve additional participants as the nation prepares for an economic downturn.
- Paid sick leave and nutrition provisions was passed. It provides additional funding for unemployment insurance and establishes free testing for COVID-19.
- This bill is an important first step in addressing the public health and economic challenges from the outbreak and for promoting food security for low-income and vulnerable people.
For more information visit, https://www.nwica.org/blog/press-release-national-wic-association-applauds-early-steps-by-congress-to-address-covid-19-crisis-#.Xnyh53dFzcs
Policy Needs of Family Child Care
Today, national, state, and local advocates are asking Congress for $50 billion in emergency stimulus funding to prevent the child care industry from collapsing. We ask you to join these advocates by contacting your members of Congress now!
To call your members of Congress:
Senate contacts: https://bit.ly/3agkc9E
House of Representatives contacts: https://bit.ly/2y3uufi
To send an email to your members of Congress: Use the following link from our partners at ZERO TO THREE to fill out a form that will send an email message to your members of Congress: https://sforce.co/2Ue6q20
Webinar Info: https://bit.ly/3dkPjTA
New Centralized Website for Agency Issued COVID-19 Alerts
- The Agency for Health Care Administration (Agency) has launched a new resource website for Agency issued COVID-19 alerts for facilities and Medicaid providers. The Agency’s new COVID-19 alert website ensures providers have all Agency guidance in one centralized location. The website can be accessed through the following link: http://ahca.myflorida.com/covid-19_alerts.shtml
- The Agency is working closely with the Florida Department of Health (DOH), health care providers, and stakeholders on COVID-19 prevention and response efforts, ensuring facilities across Florida are taking every precaution to ensure the health and safety of patients, residents and health care staff.
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