Decades of science and medicine have given us several tried-and-true methods for reducing the spread of infectious diseases. Simple acts like wearing a mask, practicing physical distancing, and getting vaccinated all help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Slow the Spread

Vaccines are a safe and effective way to protect ourselves and our communities from COVID-19. But it's okay to have questions. California Science Center staff shared some of their reasons for getting vaccinated and how it feels to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Watch this video with audio descriptions.
The air you share
Every time you exhale, you expel tiny respiratory droplets from your mouth and nose. When a person with COVID-19 sneezes, coughs, speaks, or breathes, they unintentionally release virus‑containing droplets into the air and onto nearby surfaces.

See how face masks reduce the spread of airborne viruses like the one that causes COVID-19. Watch this video with audio descriptions.
Observa como las mascarillas reducen la propagación de los virus transmitidos por el aire como el que causa la COVID-19. Mira este video con descripciones de audio.