I can’t stay home but I can stay safe

The best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to stay home. But not everyone can do that. Some of us have to go to work to provide for our families. Take these steps so that you don’t bring COVID-19 home. Do it for your family so they stay healthy too.

How to stay safe when running essential errands:

• Stay home if sick.
• Use online or home-delivery services when available.
• Wear a cloth face covering when running errands.
• Practice social distancing (stay at least 6 feet away from others).
• Use hand sanitizer after leaving stores or banks.
• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home.
• Make a shopping list to shop efficiently.

Picking up medications during COVID-19

While social distancing is key to preventing the spread of COVID-19, it’s also important to continue receiving medications for chronic conditions to make sure those conditions are well maintained.

Follow these tips when picking up the prescriptions and over-the-counter medication you need to stay healthy and feel better.

• Limit in-person visits to the pharmacy. Use drive-thru windows, curbside services (wait in your car until the prescription is ready), mail order, or other delivery services. Do the same for pet medicine.
• Plan to order and pick up all your prescriptions at the same time.
• If possible, call prescription orders in ahead of time.
• Check with your doctor and pharmacist to see if you can get a larger supply of your medicines so you do not have to visit the pharmacy as often.

For more info, visit parklandhospital.com/covidisreal.