There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.
Take steps to protect yourself
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 40 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Cover coughs and sneezes
Throw used tissues in the trash.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.
Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
Take steps to protect others
Stay home if you’re sickStay home if you are sick, except to get medical care.
Wear a facemask if you are sick
Clean and disinfect
If surfaces are dirty, clean them: Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
