I am happy to report that the first day of the new reality went very well at Lewis Pediatrics. We were able to maintain our schedule of visits with a completely empty waiting room. We anticipate continuing to see patients while respecting “social distancing” during the COVID-19 crisis. We are using Anytime Pediatrics as much as we can and anticipate expanding its use as much as possible.
We continue to receive numerous questions about possible exposure to someone who may have been exposed to someone who may or may not have COVID-19. Although the news reports more available testing, the tests are still in short supply and testing can only be done if criteria are met.
An exposure is being in close (less than 6 feet) contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19 for at least 5 minutes. Symptoms that would suggest possible COVID-19 infection are fever, cough and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
We will get through this. We will continue to be available for you. Please “Stay Calm and Carry On As Best You Can.”