Information About The Coronavirus

The Town of Caroline is closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and is following Federal, State, and County recommendations.  For the most up-to-date information please utilize the following resources:

• Tompkins County Health Department: https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health. Frequently Asked Questions are here:  https://tompkinscountyny.gov/health/factsheets/coronavirusfaq
  

• New York State Department of Health: https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/
  

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
  

• World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
  

• CDC’s Traveler’s Health Webpage: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
  

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Additional Information From The
New York State Department of Health

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How To Minimize Your Risk

• 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. If a tissue is not available, cover your cough or sneeze into your elbow. 
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. 
• Avoid handshakes and hugs, use an elbow bump instead 
• 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. 
  
• For information about handwashing, see CDC’s Handwashing website and posters are available for download on the TCHD website.