Prospect Baptist Church wants you to stay informed about the current situation surrounding the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are closely monitoring the situation and have provided this page as a resource to our members and guests to let them know how we are responding. Based on current recommendations by the CDC and others, we are being directed, at this time, to take normal precautionary steps to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses. We are providing specific steps (below) we, as a church, can take to aid in this effort. This page will be updated as necessary depending on the recommendations we receive.
Coronavirus — What You Need to Know
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a virus first detected in Wuhan, China, that has caused an outbreak of respiratory illness. The current outbreak has spread internationally, impacting an increasing number of countries. In the United States, imported cases of coronavirus infection in travelers have been detected and person-to-person spread of the virus also has been seen among close contacts of returned travelers from China. On February 25, 2020, the CDC confirmed COVID-19 in an individual who reportedly did not have relevant travel history or exposure to another known patient.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people in the United States have little immediate risk of exposure to this virus. The virus is not currently spreading widely in the United States. However, it is likely that person-to-person spread will continue to occur and that, at some point, widespread transmission of COVID-19 in the United States will occur.
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are:
Action Steps
Also, if you are sick, consider calling your doctor's office ahead of time to get advice on how to proceed in your care. For updates on the 2019 novel coronavirus, go to this CDC website.
Gov. Roy Cooper's office announced the launch of a hotline where you can get answers to general, nonemergency questions about novel coronavirus: 1-866-462-3821. To submit questions online, go to www.ncpoisoncontrol.org and select “chat.”
Thank you for your help in helping us maintain a safe and healthy atmosphere where we can worship together!
Coronavirus — What You Need to Know
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a virus first detected in Wuhan, China, that has caused an outbreak of respiratory illness. The current outbreak has spread internationally, impacting an increasing number of countries. In the United States, imported cases of coronavirus infection in travelers have been detected and person-to-person spread of the virus also has been seen among close contacts of returned travelers from China. On February 25, 2020, the CDC confirmed COVID-19 in an individual who reportedly did not have relevant travel history or exposure to another known patient.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people in the United States have little immediate risk of exposure to this virus. The virus is not currently spreading widely in the United States. However, it is likely that person-to-person spread will continue to occur and that, at some point, widespread transmission of COVID-19 in the United States will occur.
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
Action Steps
- Stay informed – the situation with the coronavirus is fluid and the CDC is updating its website daily with the latest information and advice for the public.
- Remember to take everyday preventive actions that are always recommended to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick. *Please keep all children home if they complain about feeling bad. Parents/Guardians may be asked to take children home if they are or become sick while in our care.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
Also, if you are sick, consider calling your doctor's office ahead of time to get advice on how to proceed in your care. For updates on the 2019 novel coronavirus, go to this CDC website.
Gov. Roy Cooper's office announced the launch of a hotline where you can get answers to general, nonemergency questions about novel coronavirus: 1-866-462-3821. To submit questions online, go to www.ncpoisoncontrol.org and select “chat.”
Thank you for your help in helping us maintain a safe and healthy atmosphere where we can worship together!