COVID-19 FAQS and Resources

COVID-19 FAQS and RESOURCES

Last Updated 8/02/2020

Due to rapidly changing information and recommendations, the information below is linked to the North Dakota Department of Health, The Centers for Disease Control, and other outside websites to help provide you with the most up-to-date information.

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 is a new disease and we are still learning about how it spreads and the severity of illness it causes.

The virus that causes COVID-19 is spreading very easily and sustainably between people. Information from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic suggests that this virus is spreading more efficiently than influenza, but not as efficiently as measles, which is highly contagious.

COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly:

between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.
droplets that land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.

Maintaining good social distance (about 6 feet) is very important in preventing the spread of COVID-19. It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes. This is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, but we are still learning more about this virus. Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. Also, routinely clean frequently touched surfaces.

Quick Link to COVID-19 FAQ's

Where can I find information on…..

Positive Cases in North Dakota
https://www.health.nd.gov/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/north-dakota-coronavirus-cases

Traveling FAQ’s
https://www.health.nd.gov/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/travel-quarantine-orders

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html

Symptoms of COIVD-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html

What should I do if I am sick?
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/index.html
https://www.health.nd.gov/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/feeling-unwell

You may have been exposed COVID-19, now what?
https://www.health.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Files/MSS/coronavirus/Factsheet_for_People_Exposed_but_NOT_CC.pdf

You are a close contact to a COVID-19 case, now what?
https://www.health.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Files/MSS/coronavirus/Factsheet_for_People_Who_are_Close_Contacts.pdf

Do I need to be tested?
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html

You are being tested for COVID-19, now what?
https://www.health.nd.gov/sites/www/files/documents/Files/MSS/coronavirus/Fact_Sheet_for_People_Being_Community_Tested.pdf

For questions related to COVID-19, the public can call the NDDoH health hotline at 1-866-207-2880 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days a week. Individuals who need medical advice should contact their health care provider.
ND Department of Health’s Risk Assessment
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ZATqLVHaiEq64rPblLwMVLVJcuxydS5Ii_MFy3BzOwlUOEU0STNZQlJKMzNSWlhXTkJCUlpZVUlLOC4u

Protecting Yourself and Others

General Guidance and Recommendations and Public Resources
https://www.health.nd.gov/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/protect-yourself-and-others

How to protect yourself when you leave home.

Running Essential Errands
Grocery Shopping, Take-Out, Banking, Getting Gas, and Doctor Visits
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/essential-goods-services.html

CARE-19 App
What is the Care-19 App and how do I use it?
https://ndresponse.gov/covid-19-resources/care19

How to protect yourself at home.

Cleaning and Disinfecting
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/disinfecting-your-home.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cleaning-disinfection.html

Volunteering and Donating
How Can I Help?
Aside from social distancing, the best way to help your community during the COVID-19 pandemic is by supporting community response and relief efforts with a donation. The NDDoH has listed needs and a variety of options that specifically address how you can assist during this crisis with monetary contributions or the donation of medical supplies to support North Dakotans.
https://ndresponse.gov/covid-19-resources/get-involved-how-you-can-help

State Response and Executive Orders

Executive Orders
COVID- 19 Pandemic

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