COVID Safe Practices

Living in a COVID-positive world requires discipline from all of us. In order for the rate of spread of COVID-19 to decrease enough for businesses to safely reopen, it is imperative that New Mexicans stay home as much as possible.

Stay Home

• In general, stay at home: avoid unnecessary travel and always stay at home when you are sick (except for medical emergencies).
• Wash your hands frequently.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Provide for all meetings to take place remotely whenever possible.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Watch for symptoms of COVID-19:

• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat
• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Chills
• Repeated shaking with chills
• Loss of taste or smell

If You Must Go Out:

• Individuals are required to wear a face covering or mask in public spaces except when eating, drinking or swimming, or unless otherwise advised by a health care provider.
• Maintain a 6-foot distance from others.
• Avoid gatherings.
• Protect vulnerable populations by finding ways to connect without face-to-face contact.