Know How it Spreads There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.   Take steps to protect yourself Clean your hands often Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all...

There is data that shows social distancing is working. While this is an introvert’s dream, for most of us, we became bored on day six and from what I’ve heard, your kids started driving you crazy by day four. Like many websites, I too have come up with some ideas when you just can’t watch another news conference or scroll through anymore Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and/or Tick Tock videos. First and foremost, keep yourself on a schedule. For the time being, this is going to be our new normal. The days will feel long if you don’t keep some type of regimen. Want to get creative and help the community? Make homemade face mask. A friend of mine is making them for her community in Florida and has even gotten her grandparents involved. We all know...

Staff- Smart Medical Staffing would like to thank ALL nurses past and present. It is you, your friendly smile and helping hand that they may not otherwise experience beyond the walls of the hospital that make them feel like they can get through whatever brought them in to begin with. What you do day in and day out is nothing short of heroic.