Governor

Gavin Newsom

California’s values aren’t just a point of pride; they are the very fabric of our state’s history and our future. California has been on the leading edge of change, enacting bold reforms that reflect those values. It is that entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that has allowed California’s diversity to flourish and economy to grow and become one of the largest in the world.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California

COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.

Stay home except for essential needs

Everyone is required to stay home except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or go to an essential job. If you go out, keep at least 6 feet of distance.

Stay home order Orden de quedarse en casa

What you can do

Know symptoms and risks Get testing and treatment Get financial help Get help for small businesses

How you can help

Join the California Health Corps Volunteer in your community Support a nonprofit

Do:

Stay home
Avoid people outside your household
Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
Maintain a safe social distance of 6 feet whenever outside of the house

Don’t:

Leave the house except for essential activities
Shake hands
Touch your face
Go to the doctor if you aren’t sick

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