Aims COVID-19 FAQ

Update: March 24, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19

• What is coronavirus and how does it spread?

  Updates can be found at the Weld County Public Health and Environment: 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) webpage.

  Symptoms include:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

  
  For the majority of confirmed cases, symptoms have been mild and resolved after several days.

  When to contact a healthcare professional:

  • If you have spent time in impacted areas during the past 14 days and have a fever, cough or difficulty breathing
  • If you have had recent contact with a coronavirus case and are experiencing a fever or lower respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, chest pain)
  • If seeking medical care and you suspect coronavirus, call ahead and let the medical office or emergency room know about your symptoms and any recent travel.

  
  

  We recommend utilizing the website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to find more information and national data.

• What are the symptoms of this infection?

  Symptoms include:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

  The majority of confirmed cases, symptoms have been mild and resolved after several days.

• I may have been exposed to COVID-19. What should I do?

  Contact your medical provider. See more guidelines on the CDC’s website.

• I feel anxious about coronavirus. What can I do?
   

  There are resources available for members of the Aims community experiencing personal impacts due to the novel coronavirus outbreak. Whether individuals have loved ones in affected areas or other connections to people impacted by the outbreak, all members of the Aims community have access to services that may be helpful. 

  Aims Community College wants all students, staff, faculty and visitors to feel safe, supported and comfortable during their time on our campuses. Students who need to talk to a counselor or have any questions may contact Aims Counseling Services:

  • Greeley Campus: Chris Karl at (970) 339-6436; chris.karl@aims.edu
  • Windsor Campus: Erica Jones at (970) 339-6327 erica.jones@aims.edu
  • Loveland Campus: Alison Dumler at (970) 667-4611 x3306
    dumler@aims.edu
  • Fort Lupton Campus: Kathryn Bowker (303) 718-5303
    kathryn.bowker@aims.edu  
  • Dr. Richard Hanks, Director of CARE and Counseling at (970) 339-6223 or richard.hanks@aims.edu
  • Faculty and staff can contact Jenell Wild (ext. 3608; jenell.wild@aims.edu) or Jan Cope (ext. 6342; jan.cope@aims.edu) for resources to assist you.

Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19: Health, Wellness and Prevention

• What can I do to stay healthy?

  People can protect themselves and others from the spread of illness by practicing these healthy habits:

  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
  • Avoid contact with people who are sick, especially if they are exhibiting cold or flu-like symptoms.
  • Stay home if you are sick. Avoid contact with others except when seeking medical care.
  • Contact your medical provider if you have any questions or health concerns.

  Please visit the CDC’s website for more information on how to protect yourself.

• What support resources are available to students, faculty and staff?

  There are resources available for members of the Aims community experiencing personal impacts due to the novel coronavirus outbreak. Whether individuals have loved ones in affected areas or other connections to people impacted by the outbreak, all members of the Aims community have access to services that may be helpful.
  
  Aims Community College wants all students, staff, faculty and visitors to feel safe, supported and comfortable during their time on our campuses. Students who need to talk to a counselor or have any questions may contact Aims Counseling Services:
  
  

  • Greeley Campus: Chris Karl at (970) 339-6436; chris.karl@aims.edu
  • Windsor Campus: Erica Jones at (970) 339-6327 erica.jones@aims.edu
  • Loveland Campus: Alison Dumler at (970) 667-4611 x3306
    dumler@aims.edu
  • Fort Lupton Campus: Kathryn Bowker (303) 718-5303
    kathryn.bowker@aims.edu  
  • Dr. Richard Hanks, Director of CARE and Counseling at (970) 339-6223 or richard.hanks@aims.edu
  • Faculty and staff can contact Jenell Wild (ext. 3608; jenell.wild@aims.edu) or Jan Cope (ext. 6342; jan.cope@aims.edu) for resources available to you.
• Does the President of the United States have recommended COVID-19 guidelines? 

  Please read this PDF for those recommendations. 

Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19: Self-Quarantine

• In consultation with my medical provider, I understand I need to self-quarantine. Do you have guidance?

  Information is available on the CDC webpage

• I recently returned from a trip to one of the countries designated as a Level 3 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Should I stay home? Am I required to?

  Yes, the CDC guidance says anyone who has traveled to a country designated as Level 3 needs to stay home for 14 days after returning from that country. The latest information on countries designated as Level 3 is available on the CDC website.