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Overview

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus
Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age.

Prevention

To prevent infection and to slow transmission of COVID-19, do the following:

  • Get vaccinated when a vaccine is available to you.
  • Stay at least 1 metre apart from others, even if they don’t appear to be sick.
  • Wear a properly fitted mask when physical distancing is not possible or when in poorly ventilated settings.
  • Choose open, well-ventilated spaces over closed ones. Open a window if indoors.
  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub.
  • Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
  • If you feel unwell, stay home and self-isolate until you recover.

Resources

COVID-19 Guidance for People Who Use Drugs and Harm Reduction Programs from the Harm Reduction Coalition https://bit.ly/2IMN0dL

Hand-washing using the World Health Organization Technique
https://bit.ly/33bmeFA

Vaccine Clinics

AHCH Vaccine Clinic
Every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Artstreet Open Studio Returns

ArtStreet Open Studio will return Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 2 to 4 p.m. Due to Covid restriction the space is limited to 10 participants. First come first serve.

Everyone must be Covid Screened through Medical.

Health Care for the Homeless programs including AHCH are stepping up infection control, assessing workflows, and establishing protocols that govern the care of people experiencing homelessness. AHCH is well-poised to continue providing high-quality care and continue to meet our mission during this time.

New Mexico Department of Health recommends the following to prevent the spread of germs:

  • Get vaccinated when a vaccine is available to you.
  • Stay at least 1 metre apart from others, even if they don’t appear to be sick.
  • Wear a properly fitted mask when physical distancing is not possible or when in poorly ventilated settings.
  • Choose open, well-ventilated spaces over closed ones. Open a window if indoors.
  • Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or clean them with alcohol-based hand rub.
  • Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
  • If you feel unwell, stay home and self-isolate until you recover.

If you have any questions regarding #COVID19 (coronavirus) or if you have concerns that you may have been exposed to the virus, please call the NMDOH dedicated hotline 1-855-600-3453 (24 hrs/7 days)

Coronavirus 2019 in New Mexico Updates
http://bit.ly/39JMaKS

The Health Care for the Homeless Community Updates on COVID-19
http://bit.ly/2IGxGzo

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