Health & Wellness - community prevention practices around flu and COVID-19
Coming together for learning, work, and worship in community includes tending general health and wellness. LeaderShift brings many people together for workshops, retreats and conferences. We’ve prepared a short prevention practices document for LeaderShift participants. These Reminders & Resources are from the national United Church of Canada website, regarding Flu and COVID-19 prevention practices. You’re invited to share this resource within your community of faith and ministry areas as well.
March 2020 COVID-19 Flu Wellness Practices PDF
Announcement
In light of the concerns related to COVID-19, The United Church of Canada will continue to monitor and share information from local and world health authorities. If returning from travel and you experience flu-like symptoms we encourage you to stay home and look after yourself!
Reminder
As with most respiratory illnesses and flu season we encourage ongoing best universal hygiene practices to limit exposure of any germs and viruses;
· Wash hands often with soap and water (for at least 15-20 seconds).
· Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer when hand washing isn’t possible.
· Avoid touching the eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
· Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
· Cover coughs or sneezes with a tissue, then immediately throw the tissue in the garbage and wash hands.
· If there is no tissue available, sneeze or cough into your sleeve or arm, not your hand.
· Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects/surfaces at work and at home, including shared items such as phones, keyboards, remote controls, doorknobs, and handles. Wash hand towels more frequently.
· Public transit users—wear gloves on transit and wash those gloves if you can!
Resources
The following websites will provide you with update information on COVID-19.
· Government of Canada offers Travel and Health Information.
· The World Health Organization offers advice for the public about the coronavirus.
· The Canadian Red Cross' tips for flu prevention.
· Visit your local Public Health Department’s online information.