CDC Statement-Coronavirus

Given the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) recent statement, we wanted to share some important information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) disease.

• The CDC has asked businesses and communities to begin preparing and developing action plans should the Coronavirus becomes more prevalent in North America.
• As we have seen from other outbreaks, these situations can be highly localized. It is likely that any action we take may be focused in specific locations.
• Associa has a plan in place and will implement those steps, if necessary. 

How should you prepare:

• We encourage everyone to educate themselves on the virus and follow the WHO’s and CDC’s recommendations and take precautions to lower exposure risk:
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
  • Limit travel to high risk areas. 

Additional resources for you:

• The WHO resources: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
• CDC guidance: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/25/cdc-outlines-what-closing-schools-businesses-would-look-like-in-us-pandemic.html
• Personal protection: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public

Please use the resources above to educate yourself about the virus