Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Members: A letter from your DOHC Coronavirus Task Force
(Updated 03/25/20)

LATEST UPDATES:
» Riverside County: Recommends face-covering in public
» White House & CDC: Extends recommendations through April 30
» FIND Food Bank: Information on food assistance
» Community Resources: Updates from local organizations
» DOHC: "20 Tips" for having fun while staying at home
» Previous Updates

SYMPTOMS

Please call us at (760) 969-6555 before entering a DOHC service site if:

• You have traveled in regions (foreign and / or domestic) impacted by coronavirus
• You have been exposed to someone known to be infected
• You have symptoms of: temperature, coughing, sneezing or other flu-like symptoms

Please call ahead to let your care provider know you may have been exposed to the coronavirus so that we can offer special attention to protect you and the community.

A team member will meet you at the door and escort you to a room with proper protections.

PREVENTION TIPS

Desert Oasis Healthcare is following all CDC guidelines for the coronavirus (COVID-19) exposure prevention.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent the coronavirus (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Implement social distancing
• 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 using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
• Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask:
  • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
  • Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• 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.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

INFORMATION RESOURCES

• Riverside County Department of Public Health COVID-19 section
• San Bernardino County Department of Public Health COVID-19 section
• California Department of Public Health COVID-19 section
• Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 section
• World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 section

PREVIOUS UPDATES

• City of Palm Springs: COVID-19 FAQs
• COVID-19 Questions / Answers: Rep. Raul Ruiz MD answers questions (English | Spanish).
• Public Gatherings (50 or Less): CDC recommends gatherings are less than 50 people for 8 weeks.
• Public Gatherings (250 or Less): California Department of Public Health Restricts Public Gatherings of 250 or More People
• Pandemic Declaration: World Health Organization Declares Coronavirus COVID-19 a Pandemic
• Hygiene (General): CDC Guidelines for Hygiene at Work, School, and Home
• Public Gatherings (Large): Riverside County Health Officer Says Elderly Should Avoid Large Public Gatherings
• Hand Hygiene (General): CDC’s hand hygiene section
• Hand Hygiene (Healthcare): CDC’s hand hygiene for healthcare settings
• Travelers: CDC's specific guidance for travelers
• Self Quarantine: Tips for items you need to buy in case of self-quarantine