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Illness and Covid Protocols 24-25

  • NEW!! Updated 8-15-22: Quarantine and Isolation guidance for individuals in educational settings can be found on the COVID-19 Guidance/On the Desktop section of the DESE website.

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    Stop the Spread:
    The Stop the Spread program is intended to provide low barrier, free, and easy to access testing to all Massachusetts residents.

    • Open to all Massachusetts residents
    • Testing is not restricted to residents of the cities where sites are located
    • You don’t need to have any symptom(s)
    • No cost to you
    • Out-of-state residents are not eligible for free testing under the Stop the Spread program

    COVID-19 testing Information

     

  • Fiction:

    • If I get a negative result, I can see friends and family again and not worry about spreading the virus
    • If I am exposed to someone with COVID-19 today I will test positive for the virus tomorrow

    Fact:

    • A person can be asymptomatic and test negative and still have the virus; unknowingly passing it on to others
    • It can take 3-5 days after exposure before a test result will show up as positive

     
    Regardless of your COVID-19 test result, you must quarantine for length of time advised by your public health authority

    https://www.mass.gov/lists/covid-19-fact-vs-fiction-flyer

    Informative graphic titled 'FACT vs FICTION' about COVID-19 test results.​​​​​​​

  • World Health Organization: Let's Flatten the Infodemic Curve:
     
    We are all being exposed to a huge amount of COVID-19 information on a daily basis, and not all of it is reliable. Here are some tips for telling the difference and stopping the spread of misinformation.

    Infographic from WHO with tips for navigating the infodemic, featuring icons and text.

    A diagram shows interconnected lines with text labels describing actions.

  • How to prepare for isolation or quarantine, to make sure you are comfortable and have the support you need to get through the next few weeks.
    Staying home to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses

    • BCH: COVID-19 in Children & Teens:
      ​​​​​​​https://www.childrenshospital.org/coronavirus

  • CDC: How to Protect Yourself & Others from COVID-19:
    *Know How It Spreads  *Wash Your Hands Often  *Avoid Close Contact
    *Cover Nose & Mouth with a Mask  *Cover Coughs & Sneezes  *Clean & Disinfect  *Monitor Health Daily
     
    CDC: Coronavirus Self-Checker:
    The Coronavirus Self-Checker is an interactive clinical assessment tool that will assist individuals ages 13 and older, and parents and caregivers of children ages 2 to 12 on deciding when to seek testing or medical care if they suspect they or someone they know has contracted COVID-19 or has come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19. The online, mobile-friendly tool asks a series of questions, and based on the user’s responses, provides recommended actions and resources.

  • Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. During the Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic, keeping hands clean is especially important to help prevent the virus from spreading. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. CDC recommends cleaning hands in a specific way to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. The guidance for effective hand-washing and use of hand sanitizer was developed based on data from a number of studies.
     
    Hand-washing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Learn when and how you should wash your hands to stay healthy.
     
    About Handwashing

  • Your mask may protect them. Their mask may protect you. This link reviews:

    • How to Select Masks
    • How to Wear Masks
    • Considerations for Masks
    • Making Masks
    • Washing Masks
    • Mask Up

    Covid at CDC

  • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/asthma.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/asthma.html

    • MA.gov: Find Food Assistance:
      During this crisis, many individuals and families find themselves suddenly needing help getting food. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and find out what programs might be available to you. If you need food right away, please call the CONFIDENTIAL and ANONYMOUS Project Bread Food Source Hotline at 800-645-8333 for information on how to find food near you.
    • COVID-19 & Unemployment: What you Need to know:
      The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a significant impact on Massachusetts workers and businesses. If you are here, it’s likely that you or someone you know has already been affected by COVID-19-related health concerns, layoffs, or feel that your position is currently in jeopardy. The Department of Unemployment Assistance is here for you. We’re hard at work during this unprecedented crisis to make sure that everyone has access to the benefits they need, when they need them. Our primary goal is to make the process of collecting Unemployment Assistance as easy as possible. To report fraud or get help with your claim, call Unemployment Customer Assistance at (877) 626-6800.

  • COVID-19 is putting incredible pressure on families. You might be noticing your child is struggling in new ways, or that old problems are getting worse. Should you worry about your child’s behavioral health? We’re here to help you figure that out.
    Hand Hold

  • The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a new disease and what could happen can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety. However, these actions are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Coping with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.
     
    https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html

  • Children and teens react, in part, on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with the COVID-19 calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children. Parents can be more reassuring to others around them, especially children, if they are better prepared.
    Covid at CDC

  • Some of the questions you might be asking are, “Should I be freaking out about COVID-19?” and “Why can’t I hang out with my friends in person?”. You may be feeling worried, bored, or frustrated. COVID-19 is frightening, and you are not the only one feeling stressed. Click on the link for more information.
     
    https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/stress-coping/young-adults.html

  • In this webinar, Dr. Busman, Senior Director of the Child Mind Institute discusses parenting in the time of the coronavirus. She talks about how to incorporate self-care and balance into the day-to-day routine while also giving tips for how to provide support to children and teens at home during this time. Gain some practical tips that will be applicable for the parent with a child of any age.
     
    Putting on the Oxygen Mask - How to Take Care of Yourself so You Can Take Care of Your Child