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Hi everyone, today is Saturday April 4th.
Today I have some news about my own personal health. I learned yesterday evening I have tested positive for COVID 19.
While we have been talking about symptoms like fever, chills, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, and body aches, my own experience with symptoms was pretty subtle. Overnight on Wednesday into Thursday this week, I developed what felt like a low grade fever. Under normal circumstances, I would’ve been tempted to take a few Tylenol and report to work. Instead, I heeded what Doc Andrews and Doc Hurley have been telling us and I stayed home.
I’ve been monitoring my temperature over the last few days and I’ve not seen a reading over 100 degrees. My symptoms remain mild – some nasal congestion and a low grade fever.
I will be out of the plant until I am cleared by medical to return. In line with our protocol and public heath guidance, employees who were near me and had close contact have been notified, and are monitoring their own health. My office and surrounding areas are being cleaned this weekend.
While I am able to work from home through my recovery period, Kurt Hesch will lead our organization for normal daily activities and events. Please provide Kurt your full support and continue to stay focused on our important work.
Please stay focused on your own personal health. Each of us knows when we’re not quite feeling right. In my case, the indicators were subtle, but enough to cause me to pay attention. Stay vigilant about your health and the health of those around you. Practice social distancing, wash your hands often stay hydrated and get rest when you can. Most importantly, stay home if you are sick.
Be safe, stay healthy and take care of yourselves and your teammates.
Kevin
