As news outlets have indicated, the respiratory disease known as coronavirus (abbreviated “COVID-19”) is spreading around the globe with confirmed cases in more than 60 locations internationally, including the United States.
As of this writing, in the United States, the CDC has confirmed over 150 cases, with 11 Americans succumbing to the disease. It’s important to keep in mind this is a quickly evolving situation, and the number of confirmed cases may rise quickly.
In responding to the spread of the coronavirus, Congress will work together to address this public health crisis in a bold, strategic and serious manner.
In responding to the spread of the coronavirus, Congress will work together to address this public health crisis in a bold, strategic and serious manner.
This week, my colleagues and I took action by passing an emergency aid package that will provide $8.3 billion to combat this disease with the veracity it deserves, while ensuring the American people have access to affordable vaccines and testing.
As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, I am receiving frequent updates on the spread of the virus, and will continue to keep you apprised of the situation.
Fortunately, as of this writing, no Missourian has tested positive for the coronavirus. While I am hopeful that remains the case, we must remain vigilant in responding to the situation.
Fortunately, as of this writing, no Missourian has tested positive for the coronavirus. While I am hopeful that remains the case, we must remain vigilant in responding to the situation.
I recommend that Missourians take these measures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Kansas City Department of Health listed below to avoid misinformation that is being spread on social media and to protect themselves and their families:
-Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
-Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
-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.
-Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask (facemasks are only needed for those who show symptoms of coronavirus).
-Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
Symptoms to watch out for include:
-Stay home except to get medical care
-Call ahead before visiting your doctor
-Wear a facemask
-Cover your coughs and sneezes
-Avoid sharing personal household items
-Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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.For more information on the coronavirus, please visit here.
If you are planning on travelling, Please visit CDC's Information for Travel guide.
The safety of you and your loved ones is of the utmost importance. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call my office at (816) 842-4545.
-Call ahead before visiting your doctor
-Wear a facemask
-Cover your coughs and sneezes
-Avoid sharing personal household items
-Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
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.For more information on the coronavirus, please visit here.
If you are planning on travelling, Please visit CDC's Information for Travel guide.
The safety of you and your loved ones is of the utmost importance. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call my office at (816) 842-4545.
No comments:
Post a Comment