April 22, 2020 Issue, Page 10 of 20

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PG2 A Local Survival Guide, Wednesday, April 22. 2020 A letter from GPRMC CEO Now more than ever it is imperative that Hospitals and Healthcare Leaders take the forefront to ensure that our communities continue to be prepared to handle the Coronavirus outbreak and all related illnesses. At Great Plains Regional Medical Center, the safety and health of A Local Survival Guide our patients, employees and visitors is our top priority. Since the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) our administration and teams of doctors, nurses and other clinicians have been actively monitoring the situation to prepare GPRMC to meet the needs of the commu- GPRMC CEO ea nity during its most difficult times. Close coordination with the Coronavirus sparks worldwide concem Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Oklahoma State How COVID-19 is transmitted Department of Health (OSDH) has been one of our top priorities. In Who is at elevated risk for COVID-19? addition, coordination not only in our own community but with =os ©MONOAAWH Western Oklahoma cities and schools and other economic driver's Hospital is prepared for COVID-19 such as our banks and local businesses is critical. Messages of Hope Here specifically at GPRMC, we are ready to calmly and safely serve Travel and COVID-19 any patients, the region, and all affected. We feel honored to partner How to support local businesses during mandatory restrictions with our local news to continue to educate and prepare our region for How to practice social distancing during a pandemic what the coming days may hold. In this section you will find a tre- How to clean when faced with a shortage of supplies mendous amount of facts and tools to help you navigate these Kid’s Activitiy Page waters. It is important to know that information is key and that these universal precautions are always in place for a multitude of disease specific pathways including the seasonal flu, and any other airborne illness- es. Once again | wholeheartedly encourage you: -Do not allow over sensationalism by external factors to create wide- We spread panic. Volunte -Remain calm and follow the protocols that are in place to keep each and every one of us safe. -Focus on the positive things surrounding you, your family, and your Find out how you can community. get involved today! -Be engaged at the safest distance possible and to look for opportu- nities to help others in this time of need. We know that over the next many weeks there will continue to be 401 E. 3 Street, Elk City, OK 73644 potential illness and each of us will likely experience this in some 580-225-1738 way. | encourage you to hold onto the section for current and future reference as each of these items are excellent sources of information April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! to protect you and your loved ones. GPRMC stands ready and will- Volunteers provide important services to our hospice ing to assist all of those in Western Oklahoma in this time of potential organization and the people we serve. need. You can gain great personal satisfaction from knowing that you have made an impact in another person’s life If you have questions and concerns about Coronavirus, the Oklahoma in your community. State Department of Health has a hotline number 1-877-215-8336. We appreciate your participation in keeping our patients, employees, iforting and community safe. lands Hospice Respectfully, Corey G. Lively Chief Executive Officer, Great Plains Regional Medical Center