Given the heightened threat of COVID-19, we have been monitoring the situation daily and consulting key stakeholders, including our board, about our upcoming travel commitments. We have the added benefit of having two doctorate level epidemiologists on our board.
As the risk around COVID-19 changes daily, and each of our staff live in regions where it is quickly spreading, our board has advised us to cancel all travel and in-person programming in the near future until the issue resolves. We do not want to expose our team, we do not want to bring any exposure from our respective cities to other places that may have less cases, and we understand that the risk of quarantining continues to increase as each day passes. As our work is in the field of public health, our organization is committed to lead by example in decreasing the spread of COVID-19.
The well-being of our team and the communities we serve are of utmost priority to us.
Here is some information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy:
- Take everyday preventive actions to stay healthy.
- 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.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Watch this video for instructions on how to properly wash your hands.
Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
Stay informed. CDC’s COVID-19 Situation Summary will be updated regularly as information becomes available.