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Ways to Take ActionLeft imageWays to Take Actionhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/Woman-smiling-with-mask-in-hand-feature-square.jpg, Woman smiling with mask in hand1<p>Getting vaccinated and wearing your mask are twoĀ critical ways to protect yourself and others.Ā Stay home if youā€™re feeling sick and get tested if you haveĀ COVID-19 symptoms, even if youĀ areĀ vaccinated.Ā Learn more about theĀ steps to protect yourself, your family and your community.<br></p>http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/Translations/Infographic_protect_against_covid19.pdf, Get Prevention Tips

 

 

Get the Most Out of MaskingRight imageGet the Most Out of Maskinghttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/woman-putting-on-N95-464x480.png, Woman puts on a N95 respirator1<p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Wearing a mask isĀ strongly recommended for all indoor public settings. Universal masking is required in specified settings.Ā An effective mask has both good fit and good filtration. N95, KN95, and KF94 masks are highly recommended.</span></p><p><a href="/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/Translations/Use-of-Face-Coverings-Fact-Sheets--en.pdf" target="_blank">WhenĀ DoĀ You Need a Mask?</a><br></p>http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Get-the-Most-out-of-Masking.aspx, Upgrade Your MaskImage

 

 

COVID Related IllnessesLeft imageCOVID Related Illnesseshttps://www.youtube.com/embed/5CWW5L0F_nA, Voices of Long COVID: Katelyn recalls her experience with long Covid.1<p>ā€‹Adults and children can experience symptoms and health issues after having COVID-19. This includes post-COVID conditions or ā€œlong COVIDā€ and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).<br></p><p> <span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><a href="/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/MIS-C.aspx">Learn about MIS-C </a></span><br></p>http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Post-COVID.aspx, Read about long COVIDVideo

 

 

COVID-19 Symptoms and RisksRight imageCOVID-19 Symptoms and Riskshttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/Woman-looking-at-thermometer.jpg, Woman looking at thermometer with concerned expression1<p> <span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"></span></p><p>COVID-19 is a contagious respiratory illness that can affect adults and children.Ā Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are caused by different viruses but have similar symptomsĀ making it hardĀ to tell the difference between them without testing.Ā Learn more about the similarities and differences of each.<br></p><p><br></p><br>http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Symptoms-Risks.aspx, See COVID-19 Symptoms Q&A

 

 

Indoor Ventilation Can Reduce the Risk of COVID-19Left imageIndoor Ventilation Can Reduce the Risk of COVID-19http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/VentilationTips.jpg, Woman opening a window1<p>ā€‹Opening doors and windows, using fans and portable air cleaners, runningĀ yourĀ heatĀ andĀ air,Ā and upgrading filters in your home can reduce the spread of COVID-19. Learn howĀ properĀ ventilation can help keep yourĀ indoorĀ space safer.<br></p>http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/Indoor-Air-Quality-Ventilation-Tips--en.pdf, Get Ventilation TipsImage

 

 

Health Equity & Multilingual ResourcesHealth Equity & Multilingual Resourceshttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/woman-with-surgical-mask-and-winter-coat.png, Woman with winter coat and surgical maskhttps://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OHE/Pages/COVID-19-Health-Equity-and-Multilingual-Resource-Hub.aspx, Find Resources
Protections for WorkersProtections for Workershttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/General content - 2.png, Man wearing surgical mask, scanning packageshttps://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DEODC/OHB/Pages/COVID-19AtWork.aspx, Stay Safe At Work
Prevention Tips for People at High RiskPrevention Tips for People at High Riskhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/doctor-checking-blood-pressure-of-elderly-man.png, Doctor with fitter respirator checks blood presurre of an eldery man who is wearing a surgical maskhttp://cdph-default/Programs/OPA/CDPH%20Document%20Library/Toolkits/Chronic-Disease-and-COVID-19-EN%20(003).pdf, Get Prevention Tips

 

 

Traveling SafelyRight imageTraveling Safelyhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/Woman%20wearing%20N95%20mask%20on%20an%20airplane.jpg, Woman wearing N95 mask and sitting at her seat on an airplane1<p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Learn about ways to stay safe while traveling within the United States and internationally. CDPH strongly recommends that individuals continue to mask while on public transit and indoors in transit hubs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}">Ā </span></span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"><a href="/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/CA-is-Open-Travel-Guidelines.pdf" title="See the Travel Flyer (PDF)" target="_blank">See the Travel Flyer</a><br></span></span></p>https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html, Get CDC Travel Tips

 

 

Stop the Spread With CA NotifyLeft imageStop the Spread With CA Notifyhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/business-man-with-respirator-mask.png, Business man with respirator mask uses his phone1<p>CA Notify will alertĀ you if you were in close contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19. Your privacy is protected as your identity is not known and your location is not tracked.<br></p><p><a href="/Programs/OPA/Pages/Communications-Toolkits/notify.aspx">Get the CA Notify Toolkit</a><br></p>https://canotify.ca.gov/, Download the App Today

 

 

https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=5Protect Yourself & Your Community from the Fluhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/Influenza.aspx, Get a Flu Shothttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/man-with-surgical-mask-gets-vaccine.png, Man with surgical mask receives vaccine from a healthcare worker wearing a respiratorand face shield
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=1Resources for Parents & Families https://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/Pages/COVID-19/Guidance-for-Women-and-Families.aspx, Get Family Resourceshttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trending%20topic%20-%201.png, https://author.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trending%20topic%20-%201.png
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=2Protect Seniors in Your Home https://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/Communications-Toolkits/Multigenerational-Housing.aspx, Keep All Ages Safe at Homehttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trendint%20topic%20-%202.png, https://author.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trendint%20topic%20-%202.png
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=3Smokers and Vapers are at Higher Risk https://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CCDPHP/DCDIC/CTCB/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx, Get Help Quittinghttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trendint%20topic%20-%203.png, https://author.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/Trendint%20topic%20-%203.png
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=4Reduce your Risk While Traveling by Car, Van or Bus https://cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/Communications-Toolkits/Ridesharing-During-COVID-19.aspx, Commute Safelyhttp://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/woman-with-respirator-in-car-using-cellphone.png, Woman wearing a respirator is inside a taxi and using her cellphone
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Lists/covid19TrendingTopics/DispForm.aspx?ID=17Safe Ways to Maintain Your Health During COVID-19http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Preventative-Care-Guidelines.aspx, Learn About Preventative Care http://cdph-default/Programs/CID/DCDC/PublishingImages/COVID-19/woman-with-pn-95-respirator.png, Woman wearing a PN95 respirator outside

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