Latest Update from Ochsner Health on COVID-19

| Apr 1, 2020

Coronavirus Disease 2019 or COVID-19 is a new strand of coronavirus to infect humans. It was first detected in China and has now spread around the world, including the United States.

While the outbreak levels are still fairly low in the United States, information on COVID-19 is constantly changing.

On March 9, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards reported the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Louisiana. Governor Edwards reported the first case is a Jefferson Parish resident who is hospitalized in Orleans Parish.

Get the Facts

As the CDC continues to update information, get the answers to five facts you should know about coronavirus (COVID-19).

1. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
2. Should I buy a mask to protect myself from contracting COVID-19?
3. What preventions and treatments are available?
4. Can I still travel?
5. What should I do if I think I have COVID-19? 

Get answers here.

Steps to Stay Healthy

You can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 with simple steps:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Download this flyer for the 5 steps to handwashing
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue
• Stay home when you are sick
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
  • Best ways to clean and sanitize your phone
• Keep a first aid kit stocked at your home

Connect with Ochsner

Ochsner Health is always here to keep you and your family healthy. If you develop symptoms and you've been in contact with someone or been in an area known to have COVID-19, call the free 24/7 Ochsner COVID-19 Info Line at 1-844-888-2772.

Ochsner On Call is free and always available when you have health concerns or need advice on care options. Our specially trained registered nurses are available to discuss your health care concerns, recommend self-care techniques and help you decide if your symptoms require a visit to urgent or emergency care.

Or see a provider from home with an Ochsner Anywhere Care virtual visit.

Get the Latest

Watch the latest Q&A session on questions about the coronavirus with Dr. Robert Hart and Dr. Sandra Kemmerly.

Watch here

Check back here for the latest updates from Ochsner Health.

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