UPDATE: COVID-19 Resources & Information

The Latest State & Local Information to Keep Your Family Safe

MANAGING DURING THE STATE OF EMERGENCY

Much has changed since we posted this information last week. The President, Governor, and Mayor have all declared states of emergency and issued mandates related to public health and safety. You may be wondering how this will impact you, your kids, and your job. Below are resources and information to help you cope during these difficult times.

The Providence City Council communications office has compiled this COVID-19 resource guide with links and information to help you and your family navigate the questions and challenges that may arise during the days ahead here in Providence and greater Rhode Island.

For immediate information:

Call the COVID hotline: 401-222-8022
After hours call 211.
State-wide COVID-19 data is available online: health.ri.gov/data/covid-19/
Johns Hopkins University also has a full website dedicated to tracking the outbreak, and provide general information about this highly contagious virus.

The best way we can all do our part is:

Observe the mandated social distancing protocols,
Avoid gatherings of 50 or more people,
Use proper hand washing hygiene practices,
Contact your general physician if you think you may have been exposed to someone with a positive diagnosis, or if you are feeling unwell.

Coping with the Coronoavirus

Clean hands are the best way to avoid sickness. Soap and water work!

In response to cases of the coronavirus (CoVID19) present in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, the Governors of both states have declared states of emergency as a preventative measure. It’s important that we all take whatever steps we can to keep family, neighbors, and co-workers safe as we work through this crisis. Regular hand-washing is one very important step.

The Rhode Island Department of Health has put together this fact sheet and guidelines for parents and caregivers to protect your loved ones.

The coronavirus is highly contagious, and it’s important to take every step you can to protect yourself and the community at large. The World Health Organization has compiled these Q&A on coronaviruses to help you separate fact from fiction to play it safe.

The Flu is Nothing to Sneeze At

While the coronavirus is a very serious health concern, we are also still in the throes of flu season. The flu can be a deadly serious illness, especially influenza B, which is a real concern here in the city as well. Get your flu shot, if you haven’t already, and if you’re not feeling well, just stay at home. And get the facts about steps the CDC recommends for avoiding the flu, this season and year-round.