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We urge @KingCountyWA residents to follow guidance to reduce the risk of #COVID19 in our community.

There are currently no restrictions on who can be tested for #coronavirus, and commercial testing is becoming more available.
Healthcare providers may test any patient in whom they suspect #COVID19.

While testing is becoming more available, there are limitations in healthcare providers' capacity to obtain samples and process lab results rapidly.
While there are no restrictions who can get tested, not everybody who feels ill needs to be tested, particularly with mild illness.

If you're sick with fever, cough or shortness of breath and are in a high risk group, call your healthcare provider to discuss #COVID19 testing.
Who is at high risk for complications from #COVID19?

▪️People older than 60 years
▪️People with chronic medical conditions
▪️People with weakened immune systems
▪️Pregnant people
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Earlier today, state and local health officials announced new guidance to @KingCountyWA residents aimed at reducing their risk of exposure to #COVID19.

See the recommendations to reduce the risk of spread of #coronavirus: bit.ly/COVIDrecommend…
While all residents can take steps now, people with underlying health conditions are urged to pay special attention to recommendations to avoid large gatherings of people.
Public Health also announced on Wednesday 10 additional confirmed cases of #COVID19 in @KingCountyWA residents, including 1 death.

This brings the total of confirmed cases to 31, including 9 deaths.
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Novel #coronavirus (#COVID19) is a new virus strain that emerged in December 2019.

The first case in Washington State was ID'ed Jan. 21 and the first case in King County was ID'ed Feb. 28.

To date, there are 14 total cases in King County, and we expect additional cases.
While the vast majority of #COVID19 cases are mild, some populations are vulnerable to serious infections, which can lead to death.

Of the 14 identified cases to date, 5 of those have died.

Our deepest sympathies go out to their families and community.
More vulnerable populations include people over 60, particularly with underlying conditions like diabetes, heart disease and lung disease.

Come up with a plan with your doctor to identify your health risks for #coronavirus and how to manage symptoms.
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.@PurpleHayesRN: I want to send my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who have passed, and our heartfelt thoughts those who are now seriously ill.

#COVID19 #coronavirus #WAcoronavirus
@PurpleHayesRN Also in our thoughts are the health care workers and EMS responders, who are heroically caring for those affected. They are doing incredible work, as they are trained to do.
We know that the vast majority of people who become infected with the virus will not have serious illness. But for those who do, our health care workers will do everything they can to help patients in need.
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🦠🚨🦠 Coronavirus daily thread.
Yes I am late starting it today.

Now confirmed Coronavirus can live on surfaces 9 days.
Surfaces can be disinfected.

If not, it is transmissible from surface contact w/out immediate hand washing w/hot water & soap or effective sanitizer.
From China Daily - coronavirus

🦠🚨 Coronavirus "official" updates:

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566 fatalities

CHI:
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Coronavirus .... even at lower level of RO

A. RO @ 2.6 -2.9 (best sources)
B. "higher pandemic risk than SARS"
C. Contagious w/out symptoms - unlike SARS
D. Rapid increase of overseas cases
E. Countries need time to prepar

@WHO needs to declare this globally not just for CHI
@WHO Manufacturing hubs in China ordered to close facilities for at least 1 week per Financial Times.

zerohedge.com/markets/china-…
@WHO 🚨State Dept has issued🚨
Level 3 ORANGE High Risk Travel to China
Level 4 RED Absolutely Do Not Travel to Hubei the Wuhan province.

If you're in China, might leave before China doesn't allow departure or finds other reason to detain.

Read ALL info at the link.
#Coronavirus
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