
In the last few weeks, more young adults are testing positive for COVID-19 across the country. What’s more, recent data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a significant percentage of people between ages 20 and 54 have been hospitalized.
That’s why public health officials warn that people of all ages can still be affected by the coronavirus and urge everyone to continue following social distancing precautions. Young adults who ignore social distancing may get the virus and spread it to others, especially people they know who are considered a high risk for the virus.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus, according to the CDC. Some people without symptoms may be able to spread the virus. Follow the directions of your state and local authorities, along with these tips:
FIND COVID-19 SAFETY UPDATES
Visit redcross.org/coronavirus for more information on COVID-19 safety. For the latest information, please visit the CDC website at cdc.gov/covid19.
If you live outside the United States, health and safety tips can be found through the World Health Organization and by following your local Red Cross or Red Crescent society’s social media channels (directory).
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.
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