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Dad is in 70s. works full time as atty in large office bldg. is fit, exercises daily, nonsmkr, eats well. treated for prostate cncr last year (radiation) and takes losartan for mildly elevated bp. what can he do to stay safe during covid-19 outbreak?

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Routine practices: The best way to avoid a respiratory illness like COVID-19 is to wash your hands often and keep your distance from anyone with symptoms. Studies show an average adult touches their face/mouth 6X/hr and that touch can allow any contaminant on their fingers to eventually enter their mouth/nose. The mechanical effort of hand washing for 20 secs can remove those contaminants.

Answered 3/16/2020

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