Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources and Links
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people with moderate-to-severe or uncontrolled asthma are more likely to be hospitalized from COVID-19. We at the MA Asthma Action Partnership hope that our members and partners are staying safe and well. We would like to share the following COVID-19 resources for asthma stakeholders and providers across the state to help you and your community stay protected. Please email Paula Giraldo if you would like your resource shared on this page.
Last Updated: September 23rd, 2022
Quick Links
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): How to Protect Yourself & Others from COVID-19
Mass.gov: COVID-19 Updates and Information
Mass.gov: Information about testing for COVID-19
MAAP & MAAP Partner Resources
New Resource: MAAP Safety Guidance for Cleaning & Disinfecting for COVID-19 (PDF)
The best way to prevent COVID-19 is to protect yourself and other from being exposed. The CDC has put out comprehensive guidance and a decision tool on cleaning & disinfecting for this purpose. Because we’re all cleaning more than ever at home and at work, it’s also important to remember safe cleaning & disinfecting practices to protect your health and the health of those around you — especially for people with asthma. View and download MAAP’s safety guidance at the link above.
Western States Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit: Safer Disinfectant Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic Infographic (PDF)
MA Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health: COVID-19 Toolkit for Essential Workers (GoogleDoc)
Boston Public Health Commission: Cleaning & Disinfecting to Prevent COVID-19 (PDF)
City of Worcester: Guidance for Property Managers, Contractors, and Realtors (3 links; PDF)
Hotlines & Services
Service: Health & human services including food & financial assistance
How to access: Dial 2-1-1 or search online
Service: Western Massachusetts services like food, housing, or financial assistance
How to access: Search through their website
American Lung Association Lung HelpLine:
Service: Answering inquiries related to lung health
How to access: Dial 1-800-LUNG-USA or submit a question online
MA Health Connector Customer Service:
Service: Answering questions related to the extended enrollment period through May 25th for health insurance
How to access: Dial 1-877-623-6765
SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot Finder:
Service: Provides a list of states that are currently participating in the SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot and see the participating retailers within those states
How to access: Search through website
More Resources
MA Department of Early Education and Care: MA Child and Youth Serving Programs Reopen Approach
MA Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health (MassCOSH): Comprehensive Information on COVID-19
MA Health Connector: COVID-19 Resources & Information
Boston Public Health Commission: COVID-19 Information
National Association of School Nurses: Interim Guidance: Role of the School Nurse in Return to School Planning
National Association of Community Health Workers: COVID-19 Resources for Community Health Workers
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: COVID-19 and Asthma Toolkit for Schools
National Center for Healthy Housing: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources
Allergy & Asthma Network: What You Need to Know About COVID-19
Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America: COVID-19: What People with Asthma Need to Know