Sadly, COVID-19 is still around. Everyone is advised to be aware and take precautions as needed, perhaps by following a personal COVID protection plan.
Understanding Your Risk
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/understanding-risk.html
- People who are more likely to get very sick include older adults (age 50+), people who are unvaccinated, and people with certain medical conditions, such as chronic lung disease, heart disease, or a weakened immune system.
- People with risk factors for severe disease may benefit from treatment if they get COVID-19. A healthcare provider will help decide which treatment, if any, is right for you.
All students and college employees are encouraged to keep up-to-date with the available COVID-19 vaccines to avoid getting the virus. Please click here to learn about a flu shot and COVID vaccine clinic that Health Services is hosting on Wednesday, Sept. 20.
Tests
- Have a supply of COVID-19 self-test kits at home, and know when and how to use them.
(Free kits currently are available from Health Services, located in the Siek Campus Center, suite 270.) - If you have symptoms of COVID-19, test immediately.
- COVID-19 symptoms include sore throat, congestion/runny nose, cough, fatigue, fever or chills, headache, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, new loss of sense of smell or taste, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- You may have other symptoms. Call your healthcare provider if you have any symptoms that are severe or cause concern.
If you test positive...
- DO NOT come to campus.
- Call Health Services at (518) 629-7468, select option 2. If you do not get through immediately, leave a voice mail including your name (with spelling) and a phone number. Health Services will contact you and explain the CDC guidance measures.
Things to consider if you get sick:
- Be prepared to isolate if necessary. Do you have an extra room in your home?
- Don’t come to campus!
- Avoid academic disruptions and communicate with your faculty. (Do you have their email?)
- Are you able to take your classes remotely? Do you have a laptop?
- Have shelf-stable food on hand, over the counter medications and regular prescriptions filled.
- Ensure that pet care and childcare needs are met if applicable.
- Have masks, hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies on hand.
Stay safe and well!
Health Services
Siek Campus Center, suite 270
healthservice@hvcc.edu