The coronavirus that began in Wuhan, China, has now reached dozens of countries and it is just a matter of time before it begins to spread in the US.
Posted on February. 26. 2020
How fast is Covid-19 spreading?
Thousands of new cases are being reported each day, and the true scale could be 10 times higher.
There are 60 confirmed cases in the US, 10 in Canada.
Officials say local risk remains low, but this could change.
How prepared is the US?
REDUCE YOUR RISK OF CORONAVIRUS
What should you do?
You should wash your hands regularly – using soap and water for at least 20 seconds, avoid contact with people who have respiratory illness symptoms and stay away from animals.
The CDC does not recommend wearing a face mask if you are not sick or taking care of someone who is ill.
It may be useful to ensure you have enough supplies – like extra water, non-perishable food and medicines – in case you need to self-quarantine.
You might want to discuss work-from-home options with your employer and plan for child care if schools need to close.