I am hurt. I am angry. I am heartbroken.
George Floyd’s murder has shaken me the way it has shaken so much of this nation. Now is the time to focus that anger and turn it into action. Join me for a telephone town hall at 6:10 p.m. Thursday, June 4 to discuss how we can begin turning our protest into policy and progress.
We will continue to see more protests and demonstrations in Philadelphia and in communities across our nation. Remember that the vast majority of the people protesting go in peace and are speaking against injustice. It is critical we focus on the issues the people are speaking out against and don’t let the destruction caused by a handful of bad actors deter us from the change we need.
During tomorrow’s telephone town hall I also plan to address next steps in our community and the pathway forward following the looting in West Philadelphia. Join me in the fight to uplift our community.
Stay up to date with the latest information on the pandemic at senatorhughes.com/coronavirus. Please do your part to help stop the spread of the virus. Stay safe, stay at home, and don’t forget to wash your hands!
Here is guide issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, helping provide clear guidance and direction in response to coronavirus COVID-19. The residents of Philadelphia and its suburbs have been ordered to remain at home as to help prevent spread of coronavirus, find out what that means for you.
Montgomery County is doing the same.
Here are some reminders about preventing spread of the disease:
Best practices to plan, prepare for and respond to the coronavirus COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
Symptoms of the COVID-19 can include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Reported illnesses have ranged from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill and dying.
What to do if you think you have coronavirus COVID-19, according to the CDC:
- Stay home except to get medical care
- Separate yourself from other people and animals in your home
- Call ahead before visiting your doctor
- Wear a facemask if you are sick
- Cover your coughs and sneezes
- Clean your hands often
- Avoid sharing personal household items
- Clean all “high-touch” surfaces everyday
For more details on what to do prevent coronavirus COVID-19 spread, visit the CDCs full list of recommendations.
Read more: CDC recommendations on getting tested for coronavirus
