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High Risk People: What to do to Protect Yourselves From Coronavirus

Cancel nonurgent appointments
Cancel all routine, non-urgent doctor’s appointments. Many hospitals have already cancelled elective surgeries. If the visit can wait, it should. If you must absolutely keep your appointment, check to see if your doctor can do this via telehealth technology.

Have a supply of your medications
Ask your doctor if you could switch to a 90-day supply of your medications in case you have to stay home for a prolonged period. Make sure loved ones know what medications you’re on as well as any supplies such as oxygen, dialysis or wound care. Determine who will take care of you if you become ill.

Stock up on the essentials
Stock up on toiletries, household items and nonperishable foods so you can minimize trips to the grocery store. You can even make meals and freeze them. Be sure to also stock up on over the counter medicines such as fever relivers and medical supplies such as tissues.

Stay connected
Staying home for prolonged periods can lead to feelings of isolation and even depression. To combat this stay in touch with your family and friends by phone or email. This can give you a sense of community and connectedness. Keep them updated on how you’re doing as you may need to ask them for help if you become sick.

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