As more cases of coronavirus continue to rise,  the CDC has put out preventive measures to help prevent more cases. According to the CDC guidelines, wearing masks is a top priority, as it puts a stop to the diseases from spreading rapidly.

The CDC created illustrations on how to properly wear masks. Experts also recommend cleaning your mask.   

The CDC has released information that details how to avoid exposing yourself to Covid-19 in public areas. When leaving your home, the CDC recommends that you should not take your mask off at all times, washing your hands with soap and water at least 20 seconds or more, and staying 6 feet apart from everyone. This assures your safety when heading home from school or the workplace.

These preventive measures are put in place to protect you and your family and people who are most vulnerable to it. The Westerville City Schools has also put in place many preventative measures to ensure the safety of the students and staff. 

The two cohorts were created to limit the number of students attending school at the same time. They have put lines in the hallways which enforce social distancing. The district has also put hand sanitizer in the hallways and in classes to prevent the spread. 

 The deadly virus can not be seen by the human eye. But, the spread of it can differ in a variety of ways. The touching of a surface and not taking time to clean the area could be one way the virus spreads, but mainly the virus spreads from one person to another due to droplets being in the air, and people communicating with each other. 

 As the flu season arrives, many things should be taken into consideration. Getting the flu shot should be everyone’s top priority according to the CDC. Even though it doesn’t protect you from COVID19, it has many health benefits, such as a lower risk of flu illness, hospitalization, and death. In research, it has been shown to lower cardiac events among people who have heart conditions. It’s more urgent this fall than ever as it distinguishes Covid from the flu.       

According to the school nurse flu shots will be available in drive-up flu clinics for students scheduled for October 13-16 3:30 -7p.m. at the Academic Enrichment Center. The notification and permission forms have been emailed to parents/guardians. 

Westerville staff will also be given an opportunity to get a flu shot.   

Some teachers may choose to get their flu shot during the student flu shot clinic Oct. 13-16 at the AEC.  The district has also provided teachers with two separate opportunities.  One of these was on Sept. 29 and the second one will be on Oct. 16th at Westerville North High School.

The importance of the flu shot is to stop the confusion between it and Covid-19, also it has health benefits stated by the nurse.