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THE SABETHA SINCE 1876 WEEKLY RECIPE COLLEGE SPORTS Loaded Cauliflower Alexis McAfee completes WEDNESDAY MAR Potatoes Ichabod career FUN&GAMES 6B SPORTS&REC 1B 18 2020 National, state and local responses to the pandemic have ramped up in the past week amid growing numbers of positive COVID-19 cases. Government and health officials at the local, state and national levels have issued a number of emergency declarations, guidelines and mandates - most intended to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. Local Healthcare Protecting Yourself & Others Across the community, state coughs or sneezes. These droplets of organizations such as schools, ployees “as we navigate this un- Facility Restrictions and nation, the primary goal can land in the mouths or noses of institutes of higher learning or precedented challenge together.” at this time is to protect public people who are nearby or possibly businesses. Later on Monday, President health by minimizing the spread be inhaled into the lungs. This recommendation was Donald Trump announced a “Call before you come.” of the novel coronavirus, CO- Spread of the virus is most likely made in an attempt to reduce in- recommendation discouraging VID-19. The best way to prevent between people who are in close troduction of the virus into new gatherings of 10 or more people Area health entities are committed to the safety and well- illness is to avoid being exposed contact with one another - within communities and to slow the nationwide. being of their patients, residents, visitors and staff. In an effort to the virus. about six feet. spread of infection in communi- The Sabetha City Commission to prevent the spread of viral infectious disease, the facilities are The current transmission rate Large events and mass gather- ties already affected by the virus. met Tuesday, March 17, to confirm implementing a number of guidelines and restrictions. in the United States is estimated ings can contribute to the spread This recommendation was not their support of Governor Kelly’s to be 1:2.5 — meaning that every of COVID-19 in the United States intended to supersede the advice executive order. SABETHA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL one person who has it will spread via travelers who attend these of local public health officials. During their meeting Tuesday, Visitor restrictions are in place. it to 2.5 other people, on average. events and introduce the virus to On Monday, March 16, Kansas they also announced that the Patients with a fever or respiratory symptoms are asked to call This is significantly higher than new communities. A large event Governor Laura Kelly issued an events scheduled for The Main ahead to 785-284-2121 for further instructions. the transmission rate of influenza, or mass gathering includes confer- executive order mandating Kansas Event will be canceled for the For more detailed information, call 785-284-2121 or check which is 1:1.3. ences, festivals, parades, concerts, abide by the guidelines for mass next eight weeks. The City of Sa- SCH’s Facebook page. What this does is create an sporting events, weddings and gatherings as recommended by betha also has closed the Midtown exponential spread that could other types of assemblies. the CDC. Building and the Multi-Purpose SABETHA FAMILY PRACTICE result in too many people sick at On Sunday, March 15, the CDC The governor said during a Room. Sabetha Family Practice is suspending non-essential wellness one time, thus overwhelming the recommended that for the next press conference that she would be The gymnasium at the Sabetha checks. Currently scheduled appointments are not being canceled, country’s medical system capabili- eight weeks, organizers (whether meeting with the Kansas Cham- Health and Wellness Center will but patients are encouraged to consider whether non-essential ties. The goal is to minimize this groups or individuals) cancel or ber of Commerce, the Kansas only be open during staffed hours appointments should be postponed. spread, or “flatten the curve.” postpone in-person events that Restaurant and Hospitality As- and will be limited to 10 people. The medical staff will continue to see patients for acute needs The virus is thought to spread consist of 50 people or more sociation and the National Federa- Structured classes at the SHWC and the management of chronic conditions. mainly from person-to-person, throughout the United States. tion of Independent Businesses have also been canceled. The rest Patients with a fever or respiratory symptoms are asked to call through respiratory droplets pro- This recommendation does not to discuss how the state can best of the facility remains open at this ahead to 785-284-2141 for further instructions. duced when an infected person apply to the day-to-day operation support businesses and their em- time. HIAWATHA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Hiawatha Community Hospital is allowing one close family PREVENTION SYMPTOMS QUARANTINE, ISOLATION member/caregiver per patient. This could include a spouse, adult To protect yourself and others, the follow- The CDC believes at this time that symp- KDHE is issuing new guidance as child or others designated by the patient. ing guidance is provided by the Centers for toms of COVID-19 may appear in as few as of Sunday, March 15, surrounding No children under 12 years of age are permitted. Disease Control: two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. COVID-19, including travelers, close No one experiencing an active illness including but not limited • Wash your hands often with soap and Patients with COVID-19 have experienced contacts of confirmed cases and those to: respiratory symptoms of cough, runny nose, fever, head or water for at least 20 seconds mild to severe respiratory symptoms. Symp- being tested. body aches unless you are here to receive care. • If soap and water are not readily available, toms can include, but are not limited to the KDHE is now recommending a 14- No one who has been diagnosed with influenza within seven use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 following: day home quarantine for Kansans who days of the date you plan to visit those who are hospitalized. percent alcohol • Fever higher than 100.4 degrees Fahr- have: HCH also is restricting visitors based on the following: a per- • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and enheit • Traveled to a state with known son who has traveled to a state or area with known widespread mouth with unwashed hands • Cough widespread community transmission community transmission, on a cruise ship, or internationally; • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue • Shortness of breath (currently California, New York and or a person who has received notification from public health of- when you cough or sneeze, or use the inside If you develop emergency warning signs Washington state) on or after March 15. ficials that they were in close contact of a laboratory-confirmed of your elbow for COVID-19, seek medical attention im- • Visited Eagle, Summit, Pitkin and case of COVID-19. • Throw used tissues in the trash mediately. In adults, emergency warning signs Gunnison counties in Colorado within Please call 785-742-2131, or check HCH’s Facebook page, for • Clean and disinfect frequently touched include the following: the past week. more detailed information. surfaces daily • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Traveled on a cruise ship on or af- • If surfaces are dirty, clean them • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest ter March 15. People previously told by NEMAHA VALLEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL • Put distance between yourself and other • New confusion or inability to arouse public health officials to quarantine be- Nemaha Valley Community Hospital is not allowing any visi- people • Bluish lips or face cause of their cruise ship travel should tors at this time except for immediately family of our end-of-life • Avoid close contact with people who are finish out their quarantine. care patients. Clinic, OB and Emergency Room patients can have sick TESTING • Traveled internationally on or af- one family member accompany them, once that family member • Stay home if you are sick, except to seek Healthcare providers should evaluate expo- ter March 15. People previously told has been screened. medical care sure history and symptoms and call KDHE if by public health officials to quarantine For patients who have crucial appointments that cannot be • If seeking medical care, call ahead - allow- COVID-19 is suspected. KDHE only approves because of their international travel rescheduled, you will be screened at the front entrance prior to ing medical personnel to prepare for proper COVID-19 testing requests from healthcare should finish out their quarantine. entering the facility. personal coverings, assistance and placement providers and local health departments. • Received notification from public NVCH also asks that patients “call before you come.” NVCH of the patient upon arrival People who are currently being tested for health officials that you are a close con- has implemented a hotline number — 785-336-0399 — to call if • If you are sick, you should wear a face- COVID-19 should remain in home isola- tact of a laboratory-confirmed case of you are experiencing active symptoms of COVID-19. mask when you are around other people tion, or hospital isolation until test results COVID-19. You should quarantine at To prepare for a potential situation in which are available. home for 14 days since your last contact APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN HOME you are unable to obtain medicine, food or with the case. A close contact is defined Effective Friday, March 13, the Apostolic Christian Home supplies: RISK OF COMPLICATIONS as someone who has been closer than implemented a no-visitor restriction as required by the Centers • Shop with a purpose and aim for a sev- Early information out of China, where CO- six feet for more than 10 minutes while for Medicare and Medicaid Services.