COVID-19 is on everyone’s mind.

Schools have closed and some market shelves are bare.

Are you worried about how to protect yourself from COVID-19?

Here are some everyday prevention practices:

• Wash your hands frequently- make sure to wash your hands for 20 seconds and clean thoroughly underneath nails.

• 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.

Use 5 tablespoons bleach per gallon of water or 4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water for cleaning purposes.

For more information on how to determine what to do next if you are sick, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html.

If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately.

In adults, emergency warning signs are:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest

• New confusion or inability to arouse

• Bluish lips or face

For the latest updates, follow the Chronicle and visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.

Have a health question? Email Jewel at jewel.lexchron@gmail.com .