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COVID-19 Prevention Strategies

Though May 11, 2023, marked the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency declarations, let’s not forget the virus is still in our community. Though many people in the United States have some protection or immunity against COVID-19 from vaccination, previous infection, or both, some such as those who are older, immunocompromised, have certain disabilities or certain underlying health conditions continue to be at higher risk for serious illness.

Because of this reality, keeping our UTRGV family healthy starts with you. Besides practicing basic hygiene, like handwashing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the following prevention strategies for protecting ourselves and our loved ones from COVID-19:

  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines

  • Improve ventilation indoors

  • Get tested for COVID-19 (if needed)

  • Follow recommendations for what to do if you have been exposed

  • Stay home if you are sick or believe you may have COVID-19

  • Seek treatment if you have COVID-19 and are at high risk of severe illness

  • Avoid contact with people who have suspected or confirmed COVID-19


Other Best Practices to Follow (As Needed)

CDC especially recommends utilizing these additional prevention strategies in certain circumstances or if you are in areas with medium or high COVID-19 hospital admission levels:

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Wearing Masks or Respirators


NOTE: Masks and/or respirators can be obtained by contacting:

UTRGV Environmental, Health, Safety & Risk Management (EHSRM)

(956) 665-3690 | 
EHSRM@utrgv.edu


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