Ben McAdams discharged from hospital after battle with coronavirus
Mar 28, 2020, 4:06 PM | Updated: 4:28 pm
Rep. Ben McAdams was concerned about a rule that could've delayed stimulus checks for seniors. (FILE PHOTO)
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SALT LAKE CITY — Congressman Ben McAdams was discharged from the hospital where he was being treated for coronavirus on Saturday.
McAdams said he is feeling relatively better after getting treatment fro the past week for COVID-19.
“I’m grateful for the excellent care I arrived from hospital staff,” he said.
He will remain quarantined even from his family as he continues his recovery.
He said, “I look forward to continuing my recovery at home as I remain quarantined, including from my family, and gradually getting back to my normal routine as my health improves.”
Update:
McAdams shared a video on his twitter following his discharge from the hospital where he was being treated.
He thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers and urged everyone to take this seriously.
“Please take the advice of the CDC very seriously, follow all of the guidelines,” he said.
Today my doctors are releasing me from the hospital to continue my recovery at home. I'm grateful to the staff at the @UofUHealth. I urge everyone to take the threats of #coronavirus seriously- follow @CDCgov and public health guidelines. We will get through this. #utpol #covid19 pic.twitter.com/s7YYqvWlMU
— Rep. Ben McAdams (@RepBenMcAdams) March 28, 2020
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How To Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus
COVID-19 coronavirus is transmitted from person to person. It is a virus that is similar to the common cold and the flu. So, to prevent it from spreading:
- Wash hands frequently and thoroughly, with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds.
- Don’t touch your face.
- Keep children and those with compromised immune systems away from someone who is coughing or sneezing (in this instance, at least six feet)
- If there is an outbreak near you, practice social distancing (stay at home, instead of going to the movies, sports events, or other activities.)
- Get a flu shot.
Resources for more information:
LOCAL:
State of Utah: https://coronavirus.utah.gov/
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Utah Coronavirus Information Line – 1-800-456-7707
National Links
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Commonly asked questions, World Health Organization
