Coronavirus recommendations

The Los Angeles County Dept. of Public Health website is the best way to stay informed!
Here is a wonderful, detailed guide to what you can do to protect yourself: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/GuidanceParentsEnglish.pdf
You can also subscribe to their twitter feed for updates!

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