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COVID-19 SCAMS Attorney General Moody and Florida US Attorneys Join Forces Over the past weekend, reports emerged of text messages asking people to click on a link to claim a $1,000 payment, apparently connected to a COVID-19 federal stimulus package. The link most likely contained malware. Never click on any links in unsolicited messages.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
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Attorney General Ashley Moody and Florida’s three United States Attorneys are joining forces to warn Floridians about scams related to the COVID-19 outbreak. Florida’s top prosecutors at the federal and state levels are committed to preventing, pursuing and prosecuting anyone trying to take advantage of this pandemic for personal profit. Attorney General Moody and the top federal prosecutors are actively collaborating and cooperating in a concerted effort to stop scams relating to the Coronavirus. Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “We will not allow anyone to take advantage of Floridians trying to protect their health and the safety of their families during this global crisis. We are united with Florida’s U.S. Attorneys in our commitment to pursue scammers exploiting this pandemic to rip-off our citizens, and we will continue to work diligently to ensure anyone targeting Floridians during this state of emergency is brought to justice.” U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida Lawrence Keefe said, “The real threat of this pandemic is bad enough on its own–but we are going to have zero tolerance for the added risk created by lowlife scammers who would prey on Floridians at a time when their focus needs to be on protecting their own health and well-being. We will be vigilant and aggressive in our efforts to find and stop anyone trying to make even one dirty dollar off the backs of anxious Floridians.” U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida Ariana Fajardo Orshan said the risk of scams is particularly high in her district, which is home to a large portion of Florida elders and has seen many of the state’s confirmed
Federal Stay-At-Home Guidelines Extend to April 30
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The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) has issued an advisory that older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be a higher risk for developing more serious complications from the COVID19 illness. There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Federal Stay-At-Home Guidelines Extend to April 30 President Donald Trump has
extended federal guidelines recommending people stay home and away from one another for another 30 days (Until April 30) as the coronavirus continues to spread across the country. President Trump made the announcement during a Rose Garden briefing on Sunday. President Trump had said last week he hoped to have the country “re-opened” by Easter, but Coronavirus Task Force health experts advised against it. The federal guidelines rec-
ommend that older people and those with preexisting conditions stay home and away from other people, and also recommend that all Americans avoid social gatherings, work from home and steer clear of bars & restaurants. Take Steps To Protect Yourself Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or Yourself, Page 7A
SANITIZING FOR VIRUSES 1st Priority Restoration Can Help, (1-800-617-1112) There is no bigger issue for everyone than their health. With viruses on everyone’s mind and in the headlines the uncertainty about how to avoid contracting them has everyone on edge. The best way to combat this fear and anxiety is with knowledge. The knowledge about the proper steps to protect yourself and your loved ones outside and inside your home. Outside of the home we have less control over our environment, but there are ways to lessen your exposure. The CDC (Centers For Disease Control) has recommendations for steps to protect yourself. First, stay home when you are sick, this will help stop the spread. Limit movement in the community, establish ways to communicate with family and friends that don’t require person to person contact. Discuss with your employer the possibility of working from home.
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