The staff and professionals at GTW/YM Health and Wellness are taking measures to help protect our patients and our community from Covid-19. Thank you for cooperating with us to allow us to serve your health care needs through this challenging time.

When coming to the office

• Wait in your car.
  • Check in by text message will be utilized for in-office visits.  This allows you to check in from your vehicle, and you can be properly screened before entering the building.
  • When we text you that we are ready to see you, we will meet you at the entrance designated when you scheduled your appointment.
• We will use separate designated entrances and rooms for well patients and sick patients.

Protecting yourself and others

• Limit visits to the patient and if necessary, no more than one family member.
• All patients and family members will be required to wear a face mask from the time they enter the building until the time they leave the building.
  • Bring your own mask if you have one.If you do not have one, then please bring a cloth or other article of clothing that you can put over your mouth or nose.
  • If you cannot bring your own mask or tissue, we will supply you with one. PLEASE keep in mind that our number of masks is limited, and it will be difficult for us to replenish our supply given the worldwide shortage of personal protective equipment. Maintaining our supply of masks is critical for us to continue to serve you safely.
• GTW/YM Health and Wellness employees and professionals will not be allowed to work if they show signs of illness.

COVID-19 FAQ’s 

Click here to download GTW/YM’s COVID-19 recommendations

Symptoms: most commonly fever (>100.4°) or chills, cough, muscle aches, fatigue, shortness of breath, sore throat, headaches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, new loss of taste of smell.

Incubation period: average of 5 days (range 2-14 days) after contact; rationale for 14-day isolation after known exposure

Expected course: 80% mild illness (like a flu or cold) lasting about 2 weeks; less severe in children and young people who may unknowingly spread to middle-age to older adults or people with weak immune systems who are at higher risk for more severe disease or complications

Testing: We currently offer PCR testing by appointment only for established patients.

Treatment: supportive care (there is no specific anti-viral or other medication that cures Covid-19)

Prevention: ISOLATE, WASH, COVER

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Refrain from unnecessarily going to public places.

Medical City

Covid-19 Vitrual Screening

Washington State Department of Health

What to do if you have confirmed or suspected coronavirus

What to do if you were potentially exposed to someone with confirmed coronavirus

What to do if you have symptoms of coronavirus and have not been around anyone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

How to protect yourself

If you think you are sick

Checklist for individuals and families

Travel Precautions

Resources from the CDC

FAQ’s from the CDC

NY Times

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