Still, there is one place few of us can avoid: the grocery store.

And be sure to tip well.

(Very well.)

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Dont waste Personal Protective Equipment

Generally speaking, you shouldnt suit up for a trip to the store.

Unless you are ill or immune-compromised, it is not recommended to wear any protective gear, says Hunnes.

Right now healthcare professionals need all the PPE they can get as they are the frontline.

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you’re free to also DIY something to cover your face, e.g.

a bandana, but Hunnes warns this might not actually be all that helpful, either.

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(Its usually the first of the month.)

Unless a food emergency, make a run at avoid the supermarket on these first few dates.

Instead of engaging in this coronavirus-inappropriate behavior, Hunnes suggests visually assessing produce when possible.

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Keep your eyes open and your wits about you.

Avoid the buffets

Nelson thinks these should be shut down, and suggests avoiding them where they are not.

You cannot necessarily prevent full exposure (e.g.

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credit card, wallet, phone case) after you touch them, says Hunnes.

Clean your hands before and after you clean the items, too.

For even fewer touchpoints, you might use Apple Pay on your phone where possible (e.g.

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Trader Joes) as well.

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