Coronavirus FAQ

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What are the coronaviruses?

A coronavirus is a type of common virus that can infect your respiratory tract. They can spread much like cold viruses. Almost everyone gets a coronavirus infection at least once in their life, most likely as a young child. They tend to circulate in the fall and winter.

What is the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Sometimes a novel (meaning "new") type of coronavirus emerges and begins infecting humans. The type of coronavirus that has recently emerged in Wuhan, Chine is a new type of coronavirus and is infecting people for the first time, which means people do not have any immunity to it. It is causing an outbreak of respiratory illness.

Local COVID-19 Cases 

  • Total cases in New Jersey 891,840
  • Total confirmed cases in Union County 60,598
  • Total confirmed cases in the Township of Union - 7,208
  • Total deaths in the Township of Union - 92
  • Estimated Twp. of Union recoveries to date - 7,180
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What are the signs and symptoms of 2019-nCoV (COVID-19)?

There is limited information at this time on the full range of clinical illness associated with this virus. However, it is causing symptoms consistent with a respiratory illness such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Symptoms have varied from mild to severe. CDC believes at this time that symptoms of 2019 nCoV may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure.

The virus is thought to spread mainly between people in close contact with each other (within 6 feet) and through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It is also possible to become infected by touching a surface or object contaminated with the virus.

We encourage you to utilize all the recommended precautions for preventing the flu and other viral illnesses:

  • Prevent the spread of germs by covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or sleeve, not your hands.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds and use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces and objects.
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If you’re experiencing fear, anxiety or stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are people who can help please call 908-527-4846 or 908-527-4844 or 1-888-845-3434.

  • Mobile Community Outreach (Adults): 908.994.7131
  • Union County Mobile Response & Stabilization (Children): 877.652.7624
  • RWJ University Hospital: 732.381.4200
  • Overlook Hospital: 908.522.2000
  • Mental Health: (866) 202-HELP (4357)
  • Crisis Text Line: Text NJ to 741741
  • Family Helpline: 1.800.843.5437
  • Domestic Violence Hotline: 1.800.572.7233

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New Jersey Division of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing

As the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to spread, the New Jersey Division of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing has developed a COVID-19 specific resource tool to help those who are deaf or hard of hearing to communicate with first responders and medical professionals regarding exposure to the COVID-19. With this, those that are deaf & hard of hearing can specify their symptoms, their recent travel (including location and means of transport) and how long they’ve been sick. The flyer should be shared with all those who may need it.

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