If you answer yes to any of these questions, please call our office before you arrive.

We have an alternative appointment option we can offer to help with current social distancing recommendations related to COVID-19. Instead of an appointment in the office for the provider to address your concern, we can schedule a virtual visit where the provider will connect with you through audio/video on your computer or smartphone

Please reach out to our office to discuss options for virtual visits.

Visit CDC.gov for the latest news and regular updates including facts about COVID-19.

COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Infected people have had a wide range of symptoms reported – from mild symptoms to severe illness.

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

Fever or chills

Cough

Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

Fatigue

Muscle or body aches

Headache

New loss of taste or smell

Sore throat

Congestion or runny nose

Nausea or vomiting

Diarrhea

Look for emergency warning signs for COVID-19. If someone is showing any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately:

Trouble breathing

Persistent pain or pressure in the chest

New confusion

Inability to wake or stay awake

Bluish lips or face     

Measures taken 

Appointment required

Mask required

Temperature check required

Staff wear masks

Staff get temperature checks

Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits

What can you do to Stay Safe?

• If you have symptoms (fever, cough, or shortness of breath) or if you think you have been exposed to

the virus, please call your physician right away.

• Avoid close contact with others, especially those who are sick. Practice social distancing and avoid

travel as much as possible.

• Wash your hands often using soap and water for at least 20 seconds. You can also use a hand sanitizer

that contains at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your face.

• Keep your mask on throughout your entire time in public. Even people without symptoms

can spread the virus.

Helpful links to Stay Informed:

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

How does it Spread?

• It is most commonly spread from person to person
• An uninfected person gets close (within 6 feet) to someone who is infected with the corona virus
• The infected person coughs or sneezes, sending corona virus germs into the air. The germs then land

in the mouth, nose, or lungs of the uninfected person.

• It can also be spread from a surface to a person. If the corona virus gets onto a surface, like a cell

phone or doorknob, the uninfected person may get those germs on their hand by touching that

surface. They can infect themselves simply by touching their mouth or nose.

KINARA’S RESPONSE TO Coronavirus (COVID-19)

At Kinara Health & Home Care Services, we are committed to delivering a high standard of care. Our top priority has always been the health of our patients and staff. Our clinical and management team continue to monitor the COVID-19 risks and we have developed targeted protocols to ensure that these risks are minimized.

How is Kinara addressing COVID-19?

• We follow the CDC guidelines and cooperate with local and state health officials.
• We constantly revise our policies and procedures in accordance to guidelines from the CDC, local

authorities, and clinical experts.

• We have developed targeted protocols to protect our patients and staff
• We provide constant updates and revised statements
• Kinara’s staff have been advised to monitor their personal health and avoid reporting to work if they are ill, at which point they should be tested as quickly as possible.

What is Kinara doing to protect patients from COVID-19?

• Kinara is monitoring the situation closely and following all guidelines provided by the CDC and other

governing bodies. The most critical components are infection control policies and procedures.

• We are screening all patients and staff for symptoms of COVID-19 along with travel and contact history, in accordance with CDC guidelines, before allowing access into our facilities. All individuals will be asked about fever, cough and foreign travel.
• Kinara has always maintained the highest standards for cleanliness and infection control in our clinics.

Strict adherence to hygiene practices, infection control, and personal protective equipment policies

have been heightened. Strict handwashing on entering and leaving the facility is firmly enforced. All

patients are receiving masks to wear while in the facility waiting room and treatment area.

• All staff members are wearing masks, full protective gowns, and gloves while in contact with patients.
• PLR is limiting individuals in all clinics to those necessary for patient medical care and support.
• Any individual who develops fever, cough, or other symptoms of acute illness will be referred to a

hospital.

• Home visits are being minimized at this time.

What can you do to Stay Safe?

• If you have symptoms (fever, cough, or shortness of breath) or if you think you have been exposed to

the virus, please call your physician right away.

• Avoid close contact with others, especially those who are sick. Practice social distancing and avoid

travel as much as possible.

• Wash your hands often using soap and water for at least 20 seconds. You can also use a hand sanitizer

that contains at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your face.

• Keep your mask on throughout your entire time in public. Even people without symptoms

can spread the virus.

If You have Symptoms:

• The most common symptoms are fever, dry cough, and shortness of breath. It usually takes about 5

days to see symptoms after being infected but in some case, it has taken up to 14 days.

• If you have symptoms, call your doctor right away. Follow their instructions. You should be immediately directed to a COVID-19 testing center.
• Stay home unless otherwise directed by your doctor. You want to avoid contact with others and spreading the infection.

Helpful links to Stay Informed:

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus