Updated 1/14/2021
Mask Requirements
Ohioans are required to wear cloth masks while in public. Wearing a mask will not prevent someone from contracting COVID-19, but it can help prevent them from spreading it to others -- especially if they have it, but are not yet showing symptoms. Cloth masks are not a substitute for social distancing.
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Prevention Information:
- Always wear a mask when you are in public, or around people who are not in your immediate household.
- Wash your hands often. Washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Cover coughs and sneezes with your arm or your inner elbow.
- Throw used tissues in the trash.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Put distance between yourself and other people. 6 feet is advised.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Call ahead before going to your doctor.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.
More prevention tips from the CDC
