Vulnerable People
A Guide for Vulnerable People
It is essential to understand the necessary measures for protecting elderly vulnerable people who are at higher risk of becoming ill from COVID-19.
Severe illness means that the person with COVID-19 may require hospitalization, intensive care, or a ventilator to help them breathe. We created this guide for family members and caregivers of the elderly to take into account how to protect our older adults from the virus.
We define "vulnerable people" as those with a higher risk of infection and mortality born from COVID-19. Those affected by previous illnesses and those with special needs are also considered vulnerable people.
Among them we can find:
Organ transplant recipients.
Cancer patients (all types of cancer or in the process of a treatment).
People with severe respiratory conditions.
People with rare diseases that increase the risk of infections.
People on immunosuppression therapies that can significantly increase the risk of infection.
Pregnant women who have significant, congenital, or acquired heart disease.
Others identified as being at increased risk of becoming seriously ill if receiving COVID-19.
It will also depend on the severity of each condition, the history, or/and treatment levels. If you are not sure of the severity of your disease, you should contact your specialist.
It would help if you considered these measures as preventive in the fight against COVID-19.
Reduce Your Risk of Getting COVID-19 by Staying Home
Limit your interactions with other people as much as possible
If outdoors, take extra care between people who are in close contact (within about 6 feet).
When outdoors, try not to come in contact with members of your house. If living alone and spending time outdoors, make sure you interact with a minimal number of people.
If leaving home, make sure to wash your hands regularly and maintain social distancing.
Avoid meetings of any size. These include family and social gatherings.
Avoid contact with anyone having COVID-19 symptoms (a cough, a high temperature, etc.).
Stay at home if you are not comfortable meeting others.
Aware of Hand-washing and Respiratory Hygiene
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Especially:
Before eating or preparing food
Before touching your face
After using the restroom
After leaving a public place
After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
After handling your cloth face covering
After changing a diaper
After caring for someone sick
After touching animals or pets
Avoid touching your face without your hands washed
Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them. Then, use a household disinfectant.
Ask for Help with Medicine and Food If Needed
Ask for help from family, friends, and neighbors if necessary, and use online services when available to avoid leaving home. Some pharmacies, stores, and supermarkets offer home delivery and assistance. Find out which ones offer this service in your city.
Caregivers
Caregivers or visitors who help you with your everyday needs can continue to visit unless they have COVID-19 symptoms. If you are taking care of someone vulnerable or with illness, you can take some simple steps to protect them and reduce their risk:
Do not visit or provide care if you are not feeling well or having symptoms.
It would help if you washed your hands when you arrive and frequently using soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze. Throw used tissues into the trash and immediately wash your hands.
Inform the person you are caring for about who they should call if they are not feeling well.
Look after your well-being and physical health.
Only provide care if it is essential.
Monitor Your Health Daily
Be alert for symptoms. Watch for fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other signs of COVID-19. Especially if you are running errands.
Take your temperature if symptoms develop. Don't measure your temperature after taking medications that could lower your temperature, like acetaminophen.
COVID Responsible
Businesses on Roatan
Given the situation with COVID-19, we have prepared a guide with a list of best practices to help local businesses prepare for a return to business in a post COVID world. Our guide is based on commonly accepted international guidelines, and we hope you will take a moment to review it in depth. Moreover, if you believe your business already meets these international guidelines, let us know as we would like to add your business to a list of companies in compliance with international COVID standards.
Register as a COVID Responsible Business
*Registered businesses will be published on the “COVID Responsible Directory” (below) of local businesses operating under recommended COVID guidelines.
COVID Responsible Directory
| Submitted On | Business Name | Business Type | Biz Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2020 10:56:13 | Eldons Supermarket | Commercial Establishment | chyde@suncorporation.com | https://eldons.net/ |
| 07/07/2020 07:49:31 | BIGMIKES AUTOCARE AND SALES | Commercial Establishment | bigmike.26@gmail.com | http://www.bigmikesautocare.com |
| 07/08/2020 08:02:07 | Roacar | Commercial Establishment | roacarwestend@gmail.com | http://www.roacar.com |
| 07/07/2020 00:29:05 | Agasam Film | Commercial Establishment | info@agasam-film.com | http://www.agasam-film.com |
| 07/08/2020 08:53:19 | Island Ferry S.A | Commercial Establishment | en@utilaferry.com | http://utilaferry.com/ |
| 07/06/2020 00:09:55 | Tabyana Beach Resort | Hospitality Services | galindomt@hotmail.com | http://www.tabyanabeach.com |
| 07/06/2020 13:52:26 | LovinRoatan | Hospitality Services | rico@lovinroatanwedding.com | http://www.lovinroatanwedding.com |
| 07/06/2020 13:54:04 | West Bay Golf Club & Villas | Hospitality Services | gerencia@westbaygolfclubvillas.com | http://www.westbaygolfclubvillas.com |
| 07/05/2020 20:50:15 | Blue Bahia Redort | Hotel/Resort | kim@bluebahia.com | https://bluebahia.com/ |
| 07/06/2020 00:00:30 | Naboo Resort & Dive Center | Hotel/Resort | info@nabooresort.com | http://www.nabooresort.com |
| 07/06/2020 07:06:10 | Puerta Azul | Hotel/Resort | puertaazulroatan@gmail.com | http://Www.puertaazulroatan.com |
| 07/06/2020 15:36:35 | The Beach House Boutique Hotel | Hotel/Resort | mail@thebeachhouseroatan.com | https://thebeachhouseroatan.com |
| 07/06/2020 16:51:36 | Bananarama dive and beach resort | Hotel/Resort | manager@bananarama.com | http://Bananarama.com |
| 07/06/2020 17:55:29 | The Beach House Boutique Hotel | Hotel/Resort | mail@thebeachhouseroatan.com | http://www.thebeachhouseroatan.com/ |
| 07/06/2020 00:13:31 | Governor’s Palace Restaurant | Restaurant | galindomt@hotmail.com | http://www.tabyanabeach.com |
| 07/06/2020 13:41:45 | Hangover Hut | Restaurant | javavinerocks@gmail.com | http://Hangoverhut.ca |
| 07/07/2020 21:32:30 | GiLei’s Cafe | Restaurant | gileiscafe@gmail.com | http://Gileiscafe.com |
| 07/08/2020 20:01:02 | Kaylies Reclaimed Originals | Retail Operation | decress@rogers.com | http://www.kayliesroatan.com |
| 07/05/2020 22:07:08 | Roatan Cigar Factory | Retail Operation | roatancigarsfactory@gmail.com | http://www.roatancigarsfactory.com |
| 07/06/2020 13:46:29 | Isla de Intercambio | Retail Operation | iic.accts@gmail.com | http://Isladeintercambio |
| 07/08/2020 08:55:55 | Diamonds International Honduras S.A | Retail Operation | honduras@shopdi.com | http://www.shopdi.com |
| 07/05/2020 19:29:50 | Scuba Shop | Scuba Operation | ok@scuba.shop | https://Scuba.Shop |
| 07/05/2020 21:44:02 | Dive Scouts of Roatan | Scuba Operation | mirtamarozzi@gmail.com | http://divescoutsroatan.com |
| 07/05/2020 21:46:02 | Las Rocas Diving | Scuba Operation | info@lasrocasresort.com | http://lasrocasresort.com |
| 07/06/2020 00:01:37 | Naboo Resort & Dive Center | Scuba Operation | info@nabooresort.com | http://www.nabooresort.com |
| 07/06/2020 11:49:32 | Octopus Dive School | Scuba Operation | octopusdiveschool@gmail.com | http://www.roatan-octopusdiveschool.com |
| 07/06/2020 14:25:33 | Sandy Bay Divers | Scuba Operation | sandybaydivers@gmail.com | https://www.sandybaydivers.com |
| 07/06/2020 17:23:51 | Reef Gliders Dive Center | Scuba Operation | reefgliders@live.com | http://www.reefgliders.com |
| 07/07/2020 09:59:23 | MC Tours Roatan | Tour Guide | roatan-sales@mctours-honduras.com | http://Www.mctours-honduras.com |
| 07/07/2020 16:55:38 | Pirates of the Caribbean Canopy | Tour Guide | info@roatanpiratescanopy.com | http://Www.roatanpiratescanopy.com |
| 07/05/2020 19:48:07 | Gumbalimba Park | Tour Guide | info@gumbalimbapark.com | https://GumbalimbaPark.com |
| 07/05/2020 21:24:02 | Roatan Tours | Tour Guide | info@roatan.tours | https://Roatan.Tours |
| 07/05/2020 21:39:24 | Roatan Online | Tour Guide | info@roatan.online | https://Roatan.Online |
| 07/06/2020 12:07:37 | Charlie's Roatan Tours | Tour Guide | charliemillerbodden@yahoo.com | http://charliesroatantours.com |
| 07/06/2020 13:43:21 | Roatan Tour Guide Association | Tour Guide | roatantourguideassociation@gmail.com | http://visitroatan.tours |
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