What is being done to protect the health of the Yale community? What can I do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 if someone in my home is ill with COVID-19?įollow these prevention guidelines in your home. Some people without symptoms may be able to spread virus. People who are infected often have symptoms of illness. How is the infection spread?ĬOVID-19 is thought to spread mainly through close contact from person-to-person in respiratory droplets from someone who is infected. The CDC (US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and WHO (World Health Organization) are closely monitoring the cases of this infection for this reason. This novel coronavirus (2019n-CoV) is a strain thought to originate in animals that was not previously found in humans. Coronaviruses commonly circulate in animals and sometimes also infect humans. What is a coronavirus?Ĭoronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause respiratory illnesses such as the common cold, and more severe illnesses such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). The two main things we want everyone to do is reduce your risk and monitor your health. Read more about what to do if you have symptoms. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.People with these symptoms or combinations of symptoms may have COVID-19: Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Avoid contact with others to limit spread and wear a mask.If you are an Aetna member or have other healthcare coverage, please contact your physician.For urgent attention 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, please call Yale Health Acute Care (20). If you are a Yale student or Yale Health member, you should contact Internal Medicine (20), Student Health (20), or Pediatrics (20) from 8:30 a.m.If you experience COVID-19 symptoms stay home and contact a healthcare provider for guidance- do not go to a healthcare facility prior to calling your doctor or a hospital emergency room for instructions. For the health of our community do not walk into Yale Health without calling first for specific instructions. If you have COVID-19 symptoms like cough or difficulty breathing, please call you primary care provider for guidance. Includes information about dependents and other family members
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Faculty, Staff, and Graduate and Professional Students.Outside test results will not be accepted as proof of screening. Please note: All required testing for students, faculty, and staff must be completed through the Yale COVID-19 Screening Program. Based on the individual’s CAS login credentials, they will be directed to an appropriate testing site and schedule. All asymptomatic testing is self-scheduled. COVID-19 Student Information Can I get tested for COVID-19?įree viral testing is available for all faculty, staff, and students.