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Connecticut’s ‘Stay Safe, Stay Home’ Guidelines

March 22, 2020

Here are the specifics of Gov. Ned Lamont’s “Stay Safe, Stay Home,” as Connecticut tries to limit its residents exposure to the COVID-19 virus.

The plan, effective March 23 at 8 pm, includes these recommendations:

  • Non-essential public community gatherings of individuals of any size for any reason should be canceled (e.g. parties, celebrations or other social events) are canceled or postponed at this time.
  • If you must leave your home, do not travel in groups -groups must be limited to workers providing essential services;
    Everyone should keep at least 6 feet away from each other whenever possible.
  • Businesses and entities that provide other essential services should implement rules that help facilitate social distancing of at least 6 feet.
  • Individuals should limit outdoor recreational activities to non-contact and avoid activities where they come in close contact with other people.
  • Individuals should limit use of public transportation to when absolutely necessary and should limit potential exposure by spacing out at least 6 feet from other riders.
  • Sick individuals should not leave their home except to fill critical needs or to receive medical care, and only after a telehealth visit to determine if leaving the home is in the best interest of their health.
  • Young people should also practice social distancing and avoid contact with vulnerable populations.
  • Use precautionary sanitizer practices such as using soap and water, hand sanitizer, or isopropyl alcohol wipes. Washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds works best.
    The businesses for which this order applies shall include, but not be limited to, the 16 critical infrastructure sectors as defined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security here.

Not feeling well? Call your healthcare provider for guidance and try to avoid going directly to an emergency department or urgent care center, as this could increase the chances of the disease spreading.

Click here to schedule a virtual visit with a Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent care doctor.

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