OHA 2295 COVID-19 Case Letter



FORMTEXT PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION FORMTEXT Acute and Communicable Disease PreventionKate Brown, Governor FORMTEXT 800 NE Oregon Street FORMTEXT Portland, OR, 97232 FORMTEXT Voice 971-673-1316 FORMTEXT FAX 971-673-1100 FORMTEXT {Last name} FORMTEXT {Address} FORMTEXT {City, State ZIP} FORMTEXT {Date}Dear FORMTEXT {First and last name},You are receiving this letter because you were recently diagnosed with COVID-19, and we want to provide you with steps to help reduce the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.Symptoms of COVID-19The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. Symptoms may appear 2–14 days after exposure to the virus. Most people with COVID-19 will have mild symptoms, but some people will get sicker and may need to be hospitalized. Many people who get the virus may not have any symptoms at all, but they can still pass it to other people without realizing it.Stay home except to get medical careYou should stay home for at least 5 days unless you need medical care. Do not go to work, school, or public areas. To the extent possible, avoid using public transportation, ride-sharing, or taxis.Separate yourself from other people and animals in your homeStay in your own room and away from other people in your home as much as possible. Use a separate bathroom, if available. Increase airflow in shared spaces like the kitchen or bathroom by opening windows. If you need help, have just one person who is healthy provide care, and use a face covering when you can’t avoid being in a shared space.Be extra cautious to limit your contact with people who are at higher risk for severe illness, which includes those 60 years or older, pregnant women, and those with underlying medical conditions such as heart disease, lung disease, or diabetes.Notify your household members and close contacts that you have COVID-19 and that they should monitor for symptoms for 10 days following exposure. They may also consider wearing a well-fitting mask around others for 10 days after the exposure. They may also consider getting a test 5 days after exposure.Avoid contact with pets and other animals while sick. When possible, have another member of your household care for your animals. If you must care for your pet, wash your hands before and after you interact with pets and wear a face covering. Call ahead before visiting your doctorIf you have a medical appointment, call the health care provider and tell them you have COVID-19. This will help the health care provider’s office take steps to keep other people from getting infected. If you have a medical emergency and need to call 911, notify the dispatch personnel that you have COVID-19. If possible, put on a facemask before emergency medical services arrive or immediately after they arrive. FORMTEXT FORMTEXT Wear a face mask around others Wear a medial mask such as an N95 or KN95 or a multi-layered cloth, paper or disposable face covering when you cannot avoid being around other people (for example, sharing a room or vehicle) or pets, and before you enter a health care provider’s office. A cloth mask may be worn over a disposable surgical mask to add an additional layer of protection and improve fit. If you are not able to wear a face covering, people who live with you should not be in the same room with you, or they should wear a facemask if they enter your room (and open a window if possible). Once your 5-day isolation is over, you should continue to wear a mask around others for an additional 5 days.Cover your coughs and sneezesCover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues in a lined trash can and immediately clean your hands as described below.Clean your hands oftenWash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60–90% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. Soap and water are preferred if hands are visibly dirty. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.Avoid sharing personal household itemsDo not share dishes, utensils, towels, or bedding with other people or pets in your home. After using these items, they should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.Clean all “high-touch” surfaces every dayHigh-touch surfaces include counters, tabletops, doorknobs, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets, and bedside tables. Clean any surfaces that may have blood, stool, or body fluids on them. Use a household cleaning spray or wipe according to the instructions on the label. Bathroom and toilet surfaces should be cleaned daily with household cleaner and then with a bleach disinfectant.When is it safe to leave home?We estimate your illness started on FORMTEXT start date and on FORMTEXT end date it may be safe to leave your home and be around other people. Before doing so, be sure you meet the criteria listed below.You may leave your home if all three of the following are true:At least 24 hours have passed since you last had a fever (without using medicine to reduce your fever); andCOVID-19 symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, diarrhea) are getting better; andAt least 5 days have passed since the first day you got sick or since your first positive test for COVID-19.Once your 5-day isolation is over, you should continue to wear a mask around others for an additional 5 days.What if someone in my household becomes sick?If someone in your household becomes sick with COVID-19 symptoms it is possible that they have COVID-19. They should be tested as soon as possible and contact their health care provider for medical advice especially if they are over the age of 60, pregnant, or have chronic medical conditions. They should also follow the isolation precautions described above.Should you still get the vaccine?Yes, you should still get vaccinated if you had COVID-19. If you've tested positive for COVID-19 and still have symptoms, you should wait to the end of your isolation period to get the vaccine to avoid infecting others. If you are between doses, you may consider delaying your next vaccine up to three months. Vaccination after infection provides superior protection against severe illness and death.TreatmentsIf you have tested positive and are at high risk for serious illness, contact your healthcare provider as soon as you can to learn more about treatments, and see if you may be eligible. Some treatments need to be started shortly after you develop symptoms for best results.If you do not have a healthcare provider, you can call 2-1-1 or use the federal Test to Treat webpage to find a Test to Treat site near you. Participating sites will test (or accept?a positive?at-home test), offer a healthcare provider evaluation, prescribe antivirals if eligible, and?give?you the medication all in one visit. ?? For more information, please visit: OHA COVID-19 Treatments webpage: Federal Test to Treat webpage: Federal COVID-19 Therapeutics Locator: More helpful information:What to do if I am sick? coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.htmlResources and information from the office of the Governor: govstatus.or-covid-19 OHA Public Health Services and Curry County COVID-19 Resource Guide: E. Sidelinger, MD MSEdHealth Officer and State EpidemiologistDocument accessibility: You can get this document in other languages, large print, braille, or a format you prefer. Contact the Coronavirus Response and Recovery Unit (CRRU) at 503-979-3377 or email CRRU@dhsoha.state.or.us. We accept all relay calls or you can dial 711. ................
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