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Respiratory Guidance

SCHD's guidance for the general public was updated to align with CDC's and KDHE's recently updated guidance. This guidance is for respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, Flu and RSV.

CDC Respiratory Virus Guidance Snapshot showing core and additional prevention strategies.
Respiratory Virus Guidance
  • Core Prevention Strategies
    • Immunizations
    • Hygiene
    • Steps for Cleaner Air
    • Treatment
    • Stay Home and Prevent Spread (Stay home and away from others until, for 24 hours, your symptoms are getting better and you are fever free without meds. Then take precaution for the next 5 days.)
  • Additional Prevention Strategies
    • Masks
    • Testing
    • Distancing
  • Layering prevention strategies can be especially helpful when:
    • Respiratory viruses are causing a lot of illness in your community.
    • You or those around you have risk factors for severe illness.
    • You or those around you were recently exposed, are sick, or are recovering.

For Additional Guidance from the CDC, visit the links below: