My community is facing an outbreak of an infectious disease, and local health officials are at odds about how best to handle it. What immediate actions should be taken to reduce spread while awaiting more instruction?
user
In addition to following guidance from local health officials, community members can reduce the spread of infection by practicing physical distancing, frequently washing their hands with soap and water or using hand sanitizer, avoiding large gatherings and crowded places, wearing a face covering when physical distancing is not possible, cleaning and sanitizing regularly touched surfaces often to slow transmission of germs and keep the outbreak from getting worse.
assistant
My community is facing an outbreak of an infectious disease, and local health officials are at odds about how best to handle it. What immediate actions should be taken to reduce spread while awaiting more instruction?
user
To reduce the spread of the infectious disease in your community, it is important to follow the directions given by local health officials. However, as a precautionary measure, you should limit contact with others by maintaining physical distancing, avoiding large gatherings and public places and limiting travel whenever possible. You should also practice effective hand washing for at least twenty seconds with soap and water frequently, disinfect common surfaces regularly and wear a face mask when interacting with others. Staying informed about the latest updates regarding the outbreak is also crucial in order to protect yourself and those around you. Finally, do not hesitate to seek medical advice if you or someone you know are exhibiting symptoms of the disease.
assistant
My community is facing an outbreak of an infectious disease, and local health officials are at odds about how best to handle it. What immediate actions should be taken to reduce spread while awaiting more instruction?