Governor Ducey has put new measures into place to try to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona. Unless extended, the executive order is in place until July 27.
How Can You Help?
So many of you are choosing to be part of the solution by taking preventive measures to protect yourself and others. As a reminder, here’s a quick list of what measures help reduce risk of getting or spreading COVID-19.
WHEN POSSIBLE - Avoid being in any setting with more than 10 people
ALWAYS - Keep at least six feet of distance from others when out in public
WHEN POSSIBLE - Limit contact with those outside of our household, especially if you are in a high-risk group
ALWAYS - Stay home when you are sick
ALWAYS – Stay home as much as possible when a household member has tested positive for COVID-19 except to get essential medical care, prescriptions, and food
FREQUENTLY - Wash hands with soap and water, and use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if unable to wash hands
ALWAYS - Wear a mask or cloth face covering when going out in public
Mask Up
Who do you protect when you wear your mask in public? People like Gloria Chávez.
Getting out of town and going somewhere cooler is tradition this time of year in Maricopa County. If your 4th of July plans include traveling, remember to take precautions to protect yourself and others. Travel increases your risk of getting or spreading COVID-19, but there are ways to get away responsibly.
Business owners taking precautions- we see you, and we appreciate you. Times are hard and uncertain for businesses right now. Public Health has updated its website with a new guidance document to help you make responsible choices for customers and employees.
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Crisis Counseling
If you are experiencing a personal crisis, call 2-1-1 and you’ll be connected with a crisis counseling provider to get immediate help. Counseling is available in both English and Spanish.
The Office of the MedicalExaminer investigates certain deaths in Maricopa County and, despite the COVID-19 crisis, is still able to manage all investigations that fall within their jurisdiction.
Your community needs you to participate in the 2020 Census. An accurate census means Maricopa County will gets its fair share of federal dollars to invest in things like public health, infrastructure, and schools. When everybody counts, we all win!
All information requests related to Maricopa County’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic should be directed to the Joint Information Center using the email address caomedia@maricopa.gov.
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