During these difficult times, many around the Sooner State, in the United State.s, and the around the world are looking to our leaders for information about the coronavirus. Below are some links to keep you informed during this time of uncertainty from a variety of different sources wanting to help:

 

For the Oklahoma State Department of Health's latest COVID updates.

 

Gov. Kevin Stitt recommended covidresources.ok.gov to state legislators to use for "Oklahoma COVID-19 Resources".

 

Bartlesville Senator Julie Daniels is releasing up-to-date information as it becomes available on her Facebook page.

 

Sen. Jim Inhofe is providing the latest information on a website his offices launched.

 

To follow Sen. James Lankford during the pandemic.

 

To hear the latest from Oklahoma Representative Kevin Hern on COVID-19, more.

 

Follow Oklahoma Congressman Markwayne Mullin on COVID-19, more.

 

For the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's information on COVID-19.

 

If your small business has been effected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

If you are needing to file for unemployment, the week long wait has been waived

 

All 77 counties in Oklahoma have been approved for disaster loans from the Small Business Administration

 

For the CDC's Situational Summary of COVID-19

 

For updates on COVID-19 from the World Health Organization

 

What is Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?

 

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person. The virus that causes COVID-19 is a novel coronavirus that was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

 

 

How can I help protect myself and family?

 

People can help protect themselves from respiratory illness with everyday preventive actions.  

 

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. If you are sick, to keep from spreading respiratory illness to others, you should

• Stay home when you are sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

 

What should I do if I recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19?

 

If you have traveled from an affected area, there may be restrictions on your movements for up to 2 weeks. If you develop symptoms during that period (fever, cough, trouble breathing), seek medical advice. Call the office of your health care provider before you go, and tell them about your travel and your symptoms. They will give instructions on how to get care without exposing other people to your illness. While sick, avoid contact with people, don’t go out and delay any travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others.