Landon Athletics
Statement regarding the Coronavirus
Public Health Field Members would all agree that during any
health scare, it is very important to stay calm, listen to the facts, and not
get caught up in media hype. Misinformation, fear and panic will spread faster
than any infectious disease outbreak. The one important statistic to watch out
for is what is currently happening in
your specific area. I encourage you to visit www.cdc.gov
or your local health department websites for true, accurate and current information.
In light of the Coronavirus, is Landon Athletics still having practices, meets and camps?
Yes. Landon
Athletics is not planning to cancel
any vaulting events. As always, members are encouraged to take responsibility
for their personal needs and to act in their own best interest. Please check
our website and social media frequently for additional practices that we may be
adding.
What if I am ill or caring for someone else who is ill or at high risk?
We all must take personal
responsibility in containing the spread of Coronavirus as we have done each
year with other viruses. This is the flu season. Think about what you would do
if you found out that one of your family members had chicken pox, whooping
cough, or seasonal flu. You would all take precautions not to spread the
disease to others. The same applies to the current situation.
It’s important to know
that people over 80 years old who have severe underlying health conditions are
at high risk and will have a difficult time fighting off this disease. As
always, anyone who is ill or facing a grave life circumstance should not be out
in the public and is asked to not attend public events, including Landon
Athletics events.
What is Landon Athletics doing to help with the spread of the Coronavirus?
We will be wiping down surfaces
more frequently and encouraging others to do the following:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for
20 seconds. (Hand washing: Clean Hands Save Lives) Use
70% alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. - Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with
unwashed hands. - Avoid close contact such as kissing, hugging,
and sharing cups or eating utensils with people who are sick. - Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue
or shirtsleeve, not your hands. - Clean and disinfect frequently touched
surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs, especially if someone is sick. - Stay home when you are sick.