COVID-19: Things You Need to Know - April 7, 2020

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Recent updates to our GMR Emerging Infectious Diseases web page include: 
 

New resources

• GMR COVID-19 Safety Flyer (New 04.06.20)

• COVID-19 PPE Extended Use and Reuse Guidance (New 04.05.20) 

• Guidance on How to Wear a Mask (New 04.01.20) 

• Guidance on Conducting Classes During COVID-19 (New 04.01.20)

Updates/Revisions

• Updated PPE Policy for Known or Suspected COVID-19 Patients (Updated 04.06.20) 

• Interim Guidance on Card Extensions during COVID-19 Outbreak (American Heart Association) (Updated 04.01.20)

• GMR Air and Ground Vehicle COVID-19 Decontamination Standards (Updated 04.01.20)

Important Information

• The CDC has issued guidance regarding the reuse of N95 masks during the COVID-19 public health crisis. We are following this guidance for extended use and reuse of N95s. Here's a quick reference guide for you. 

• Due to the COVID-19 physical distancing guidelines in place, we will not be holding CPR or Stop the Bleed training during EMS Week from May 17-23, 2020. As more information about the feasibility of any events or any new dates becomes available, we will share that information with you in this forum. For questions, please contact Lynn White. 

• Struggling with how to talk to your kids about COVID-19? Experts recommend the following: don’t dismiss your child’s fears and talk to them at an age-appropriate level. Get more tips.  

Stay safe, 
GMR National Command Center Team 

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