April 21st, 2020 4:21pm -Madison County NY Government Facebook Page

This is a time for our community to take extra measures to help protect people who are most vulnerable from COVID-19. Older adults and people of all ages with underlying medical conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, and a weakened immune system have a greater risk for serious complications from the virus. Serious illness may require hospitalization and could also lead to death.

Here’s what you can do to help those who are most vulnerable:
1. Check in daily by phone or online.
2. Offer to run errands or get groceries. Deliver items on the porch or just outside the door.
3. Avoid all in-person visits with family and friends. Hold virtual visits and celebrations instead.
4. When in public, wear a cloth face covering over your nose and mouth, and maintain social distancing of 6 feet.
5. If you live with someone who is vulnerable, make sure you remove your shoes and wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds when you get home. 
6. Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects every day, such as door knobs, light switches, tables, phones, and keyboards. After cleaning, disinfect surfaces and objects with products suitable for COVID-19: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2

For the most up-to date information, visit Madison County Health Department at https://www.madisoncounty.ny.gov/2479/Coronavirus-COVID-19.