How Health Advocate can help
Things are moving quickly with the COVID-19 pandemic. During this challenging time, our goal is to help you and your family navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and make sense of the ever-changing situation.
Below are some tips and resources you may find helpful.
Protect Yourself and Others
Help prevent the spread of respiratory illness like COVID-19
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
Disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
Clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw it in the trash
Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care
Stay informed! The coronavirus outbreak is continually changing.
Seek medical advice if you develop symptoms
Fever
Cough
Shortness of breath
Trusted Information and Resources
Follow the guidelines and information provided by the trusted agencies below, including steps to prepare should an outbreak happen in your community, and guidance for travelers.
For all that you need to know, including travel advisories:
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/index.html
For specific questions, see the CDC’s FAQ section:
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
For information about COVID-19 in your state, search your state’s health department, which works with the CDC to monitor and implement all recommendations:
www.cdc.gov/publichealthgateway/healthdirectories/healthdepartments.html
For up-to-date developments, research, and guidance from government health authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO), go to:
www.idsociety.org/public-health/Novel-Coronavirus
CDC Media Feed
- COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country July 13, 2020COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Country
- Guidance for U.S. Healthcare Facilities about Coronavirus (COVID-19) July 12, 2020Guidance for U.S. Healthcare Facilities about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Interim COVID-19 Contact Tracing Communications Toolkit for Health Departments July 12, 2020This toolkit will help health departments develop their communications with communities about COVID-19 contact tracing.
- Key Considerations for Transferring Patients to Relief Healthcare Facilities when Responding to Community Transmission of COVID-19 in the United States July 12, 2020This guidance outlines key considerations for states and healthcare systems to consider strategies for transferring patients, staff, and supplies between health facilities to optimize patient care, balance resources, and minimize use of crisis care standards. One option is the identification of relief healthcare facilities and establishing or coordinating with existing federal, state, or regional Medical […]
- Cases in the U.S. July 11, 2020Cases in U.S.
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Webinars
WEBINAR – COVID-19: Establishing Emotional Balance in Challenging Times (REPLAY)
Recorded April 9, 2020
Tools and Techniques to Manage Stress During the COVID-19 Outbreak
This webinar discusses successful strategies and those we should shy away from to maintain good mental health during this challenging time.
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WEBINAR – Working From Home with Children
Recorded April 13, 2020
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WEBINAR – Caring for the Caregiver During the Pandemic
Recorded April 14, 2020
Understand the impact of the stress of caring for an elderly loved one during the pandemic as well as coping strategies to address loneliness and other effects of social isolation.
WEBINAR – Preparing for Our New Normal (REPLAY)
Recorded May 7, 2020
How to Manage Stress During and After the COVID-19 Outbreak
This webinar discusses tools and techniques to manage stress related to both ongoing and potential future challenges and maintain mental well-being during this difficult time.
WEBINAR – Preparing for Our Near Future (REPLAY)
Recorded May 21, 2020
“Future Thinking” for our Return to Work amidst COVID-19
This webinar explores future planning strategies to adapt to our changing environment and related stressors in the weeks and months ahead.
WEBINAR – 8 Steps to Resiliency
Recorded May 5, 2020
Learn key ways to help bounce back from the challenges presented by the pandemic, isolate against high levels of stress, making it more manageable, and enabling you to move out of a feeling of being stuck.
WEBINAR – Resiliency (REPLAY)
Recorded June 11, 2020
Moving Forward in Changing Times
This webinar explores strategies to build your resiliency and protect against high levels of stress, making it more manageable and enabling you to determine the best next steps for you.
WEBINAR – Quarantine Fatigue
Recorded June 25, 2020
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WEBINAR – “Treading Water” through the COVID-19 Storm
Recorded July 9, 2020
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The situation regarding coronavirus and COVID-19 is rapidly evolving, and Health Advocate is committed to providing up-to-date guidance. For the latest information and developments, please continue to check trusted resources including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and World Health Organization.