COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)

It’s been an unsettling few weeks and we need some credible information to rely on.  ‘Social Distancing’ and ‘Self-Quarantine’, are only some of our new most used phrases.  Do you have questions?  You can get updates from your county on the Coronavirus using these links.  You can even sign up for updates.

Here are some resource options:

North Carolina    North Carolina Counties

South Carolina    South Carolina Counties

For information from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention     Centers for Disease Control

Breakdown of COVID-19 cases    Breakdown of cases

Kids are home from school, how can we help them stay safe:

• If they’re studying with friends, it should be the same small group of 2-3 friends.
• Clean hands often using soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid people who are sick (coughing and sneezing).
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces daily in household common areas (e.g. tables, hard-backed chairs, doorknobs, light switches, remotes, handles, desks, toilets, sinks)
• Launder items including washable plush toys as appropriate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  If possible, launder items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely.  Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people’s items.

The following information is from the CDC website:

Q:  Are the symptoms of COVID-19 different in children than in adults?

A:  No.  The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar in children and adults.  However, children with confirmed COVID-19 have generally presented with mild symptoms.  Reported symptoms in children include cold-like symptoms, such as fever, runny nose, and cough.  Vomiting and diarrhea have also been reported.  It’s not known yet whether some children may be at higher risk for severe illness, for example, children with underlying medical conditions and special healthcare needs.  There is much more to be learned about how the disease impacts children.

Q:  Should children wear masks?

A:  No.  If your child is healthy, there is no need for them to wear a facemask.  Only people who have symptoms of illness or who are providing care to those who are ill should wear masks.

 

We, at Restoration 1 of Wilmington, are using all of our industry profession contacts and resources to keep you informed with the latest news and releases from the CDC/EPA as they strive to find a confirmed sanitizing solution.  Reach out to us at 888-379-8688 with any questions or contact us through our website at  www.restoration1.com/wilmington.  You can also follow our blog and social media pages as we will do our best to keep you informed.