MCL - Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)-UPDATE #1 | Memo from National HQ

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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - UPDATE #1 Marines, The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to spread, world wide. The total positive cases in the State of New York has increased to 421 statewide. The information below is from the New York State Department of Health. Data last updated 3:00 pm March 13, 2020 Positive Cases Westchester County . . . 158 Nassau County . . . 51 Suffolk County . . . 28 Rockland County . . . 9 Ulster County . . . 5 Dutchess County . . . 3 Orange County . . . 3 Saratoga County . . . 3 Albany County . . . 2 Broome County . . . 1 Delaware County . . . 1 Herkimer County . . . 1 Monroe County . . . 1 Schenectady County . . . 1 New York State (Outside of NYC) . . . 267 New York City . . . 154 Total Positive Cases (Statewide) . . . 421 Dealing with this outbreak there may be those who are experiencing distress or anxiety due to the COVID-19 concerns. We have provided some links from SAMHSA.GOV, is the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration founded by the U.S. Congress in 1992. I opened both links to verify they are safe and come from a reputable source. SAMHSA.gov is the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration founded by the U.S. Congress in 1992. Coping with Stress during Infection Disease Outbreaks: https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4885.pdf Taking Care of your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation during an Infections Disease Outbreak https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4894.pdf  We have also recieved a memorandum from National Commandant Dennis Tobin, which is published below.

Below we are repeating the informational links related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and the New York State Department of Health. High Risk Persons: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.html Steps to Prevent Illness: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention.html How it Spreads: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/transmission.html What to do if you are sick: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/steps-when-sick.html COVID-19 FAQ: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html Preparing for COVID-19: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/prepare.htm Information for Health Care Workers: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/providers.htm Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/index.html Fact Sheets/Print/Hand Out Posters: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/factsheets.html Symptoms: The 2019 novel coronavirus may cause mild to severe respiratory symptoms like: cough fever trouble breathing and pneumonia CDC believes at this time that symptoms may appear in as few as 2 days or as long as 14 days after exposure to the virus. How Does Novel Coronavirus Spread? Most of the early reported cases had contact with a seafood and live animal market, suggesting an animal source of the outbreak. However, most cases are now likely to be spread from person to person by droplets when coughing. Since this virus is very new, health authorities continue to carefully watch how this virus spreads. Prevention: While there is currently no vaccine to prevent this virus, these simple steps can help stop the spread of this and other respiratory viruses: Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 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. Please share this information with your Membership

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