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Guidance: Use of Cloth Face Covers
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On Friday April 3, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended wearing cloth face-coverings in public settings where other physical distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
The CDC advises that the use of simple cloth face-coverings may slow the spread of the virus and possibly help people who have the virus, and are asymptomatic, from transmitting it to others. It is critical to emphasize that maintaining 6-feet physical distancing and following hand hygiene remains important to slowing the spread of the virus. Fabric face covers are to be used in addition to these strategies.
The recommended cloth face-coverings are not surgical masks or N-95 respirators. Those masks are critical supplies that must continue to be reserved for healthcare workers and other medical first responders, as recommended by current CDC guidance.
The Arizona Department of Health Services recommends that individuals engaging in essential services who can safely manage their own cloth face-coverings should consider wearing non-medical cloth face-coverings when they are unable to appropriately physically distance themselves from others. Accordingly, Coconino County employees may voluntarily wear a covering over their mouth and nose to help everyone stay safe and healthy and only if they can do so safely based upon their work.
Note: Cloth face-coverings should never be placed on children under age two, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the cloth face-covering without assistance.
How to Use a Cloth Face-Covering
Cloth face-coverings must be used appropriately. Inappropriate use or removal of the covering can increase the risk of transmission to the user and others.
- Cover the mouth and nose with the cloth face-covering and minimize gaps between the face and face-covering.
- The cloth face-covering should fit snugly but comfortably against the sides of the face.
- It should be able to be secured with ties, or a head strap.
- It should allow for breathing without restriction. If at any point the cloth face-covering restricts breathing, discontinue use.
- Always use the following safety protocols when using a cloth face-covering:
- Wash the cloth face-covering before use.
- Before putting a cloth face-covering on, clean your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer of at least 60% alcohol.
- Do not touch your face or the cloth face-covering while in use; if you do, wash your hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer of at least 60% alcohol.
- To remove the cloth face-covering; remove it from behind your face (do not touch the front); avoid shaking it in order to minimize the possibility of dispersing virus particles through the air; place the cloth face-covering in a bag. After removing the cloth face-covering from your face, promptly clean your hands in accordance with guidelines.
- If you need to eat or drink while wearing the cloth face-covering, remove the face-covering while maintaining physical distancing practices. Do not pull down the cloth face-coverings to eat, drink, or talk. Always make sure to wash your hands before and after removing it.
- Reusable cloth face-coverings should be properly laundered daily.
Reference Links For Homemade Masks:
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Glossary of Terms
- Isolation – A sick person with COVID-19 is isolated to prevent spread to other people
- Quarantine – A healthy person who might be exposed is quarantined to prevent possible spread to other people. This person is monitored for symptoms during their quarantine
- Surveillance – A information gathering method which watches Health Care centers and facilities for possible COVID-19 cases
- Monitoring – A process of CCHHS contact with individuals to watch for symptoms among individuals
- Presumptive positive – A positive case from the State lab. HHS Treats presumptive positive cases as if they are confirmed cases
- Confirmed case – A presumptive positive case confirmed by the CDC lab. These cases are treated as positive case by HHS.
For more information, email: COVID19Information@coconino.az.gov
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Office of the Governor Doug Ducey
Executive Orders
Press Releases
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Navajo Nation Public Health Orders
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Download the Navajo Nation Health Command Operations Center organizational chart, HERE. |
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The Department for Self Reliance’s Need-Based Programs Available to Families
and Individuals, Living on the Navajo Nation, During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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For Immediate Release
April 15, 2020
Window Rock, AZ – The Department for Self Reliance (DSR) is established under the Navajo Nation Division of Social Services (NDSS) to provide the Tribal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program for eligible Navajo Nation families with minor children.
Since January 8, 2020, the following need-based programs: Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Navajo School Clothing Program (NSCP), General Assistance (GA), Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), and the Burial Assistance (BA) program have been placed under the DSR, as the Navajo Family Assistance Services (NFAS), to begin transitioning services to automation.
The DSR provides essential services, therefore staff are available at all DSR locations to answer phone calls, respond to emails, and accept TANF, BA, LIHEAP, GA, CSBG documents and applications, via drop boxes. “The DSR remains committed to serve DSR families and applicants during the COVID-19 pandemic. We will be taking precautions by not allowing Customers, applicants or the public into any DSR locations,” stated Roxanne Gorman, DSR Department Manager III.
To request for an application for any of the DSR’s services, call (866) 347-2403, email info@nntanf.org, visit www.nndss.navajo-nsn.gov or www.nnpsr.navajo-nsn.gov. Applications and documents can be scanned and emailed, mailed, or placed in drop boxes at each DSR location. For drop-off service, upon arrival call the DSR office. A DSR staff member will retrieve your documents from the drop box. All DSR services are need-based programs that require an application for services to determine eligibility for assistance.
NFAS Burial Assistance is a P.L. 93-638 program, unlike the NDSS COVID-19 Burial Assistance program, which is a separate general funded program for those who have lost their lives to COVID-19. NFAS Burial Assistance provides funds to assist with the burial expenses of deceased indigent individuals who do not have sufficient resources to meet funeral expenses. NFAS P.L. 93-638 Burial Assistance and NDSS COVID-19 Burial Assistance are available with the following contracted mortuaries: |
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- Alameda Mortuary, Albuquerque, NM (505) 898-3160
- Compassion Mortuary, Grants, NM (866) 292-0086
- Cope Memorial Chapel, Gallup, NM (505) 722-6671
- Cope Memorial Chapel, Kirtland, NM (505) 598-9636
- Daniel’s Family Funeral Services, Socorro, NM (575) 835-1530
- Desert View Funeral Home, Shiprock, NM (505) 368-4607
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- Rollie Mortuary, Gallup, NM (505) 863-4452
- Silver Creek Mortuary, Gallup, NM (505) 371-3690
- Tse Bonito Mortuary, Tse Bonito, NM (505) 371-5565
- Summit Funeral Home, Saint Michaels, AZ (928) 871-1120
- Valley Ridge Mortuary, Tuba City, AZ (928) 640-2022
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The listed mortuaries are in an agreement with NFAS to provide services for individuals who qualify for P.L. 93-638Burial Assistance program and reserve the right to decline requests for services. Mortuaries not listed above, do not provide burial services in partnership with the NFAS Burial Assistance program.
Download and view news release here. |
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Reference Link for Burial Service Information:
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DONATE NOW – NAVAJO NATION COVID-19 FUND
The Navajo Health Command Operations Center has established the “Navajo Nation COVID-19 Fund” to accept donated funds to help respond to and fight Dikos Ntsaaígíí-19, the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Navajo Nation COVID-19 Fund is accepting monetary and non-monetary donations to address immediate medical and community needs. Charitable contributions to the Fund are deductible by the donor for federal income, estate, and gift tax purposes, and written acknowledgment of donation will be provided upon request. The Navajo Nation qualifies under Section 7871(a) of the Internal Service Code for purposes of receiving public or charitable distributions.
The Navajo Nation’s immediate medical needs include N95 masks, face shields, non-latex gloves (nitrile), medical-grade gloves, goggles/eye protection, surgical and isolation masks, isolation and level II surgical gowns, Tyvek coveralls, surgical caps, shoe covers, thermometers (no touch scan), portable pulse oximeters, ventilators, hand sanitizers, disinfecting wipes and sprays, alcohol-based wipes, and others.
The community needs include disposable masks, fabric masks, cleaning supplies, liquid hand soap, hand sanitizer, toiletries, thermometers, paper products, non-perishable food, bottled water, baby necessities (formula, diapers, wipes), livestock feed, hay, pet food, firewood, coal, and others.
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There are many organizations and people trying to help native communities. Here is a list of donation sites and links for SW Native Communities:
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Public Letter
April 10, 2020
Jurisdictional Status of County Islands within Tuba City & Cameron
To the general public –
This letter serves as notice to the residents, businesses and establishments operating on or within the County islands in Tuba City and Cameron. In consultation with the Coconino County Attorney’s Office, the County informs you that declarations, proclamations and orders of the Navajo Nation regarding curfew and other such actions issued to slow the spread of COVID-19 are applicable to the County islands within the Navajo Nation.
Tribal sovereignty applies to natives and native interests within Indian Country. Tuba City and Cameron, in their entireties, are clearly “Indian Country” since they each lie within the exterior boundaries of the Navajo Nation. Thus, the Nation is authorized to regulate conduct of Navajo members and non-members alike within the boundaries of Tuba City and Cameron. This includes the authority to regulate conduct when that conduct impacts the health or welfare of the Nation (1).
The Nation’s emergency orders, including the curfew order, apply to the County fee-land islands in Tuba City and Cameron under the present circumstances of pandemic control. Further, Navajo authorities, including the Navajo Police Department and the Navajo courts, may enforce civil sanctions, injunctions, and other penalties against both members and non-members within Tuba City and Cameron as provided by the Navajo Nation’s emergency orders.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and compliance with these important directives to keep our communities safe.
Sincerely,
ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA
Chair, Board of Supervisors
Coconino County, Arizona
1) Knighton v. Cedarville Rancheria of N. Paiute Indians, 922 F.3d 892, 900 (9th Cir.), cert. denied, 140 S. Ct. 513 (2019).
View Liz Archuleta’s Public Letter here.
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Health and Human Services |
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POSITION OPENING:
Coconino County Senior Communications Manager
Coconino County seeks a dynamic multi-media communicator to serve the public and work with our team in the SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER role. This exciting role needs a self-starter that understands the importance of quality internal and external communications across many different mediums. The ideal candidate brings a fresh perspective to the County with the wisdom of experience and life-lessons serving the public. From our written communications to our new media productions, Coconino County is where you can shine and leave your mark!
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Informational videos regarding COVID-19 in Arizona
Videos regarding how to be married, get a protective order, and eviction in Arizona during COVID-19. These are produced by Coconino County Arizona. Visit: https://azcourthelp.org/covid-videos |
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COVID-19 Court and Legal Information and Resources
Information for those looking for forms, location information, or legal resources pertaining to all court jurisdictions in Arizona. Visit: https://azcourthelp.org/covid-19/ |
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