General Questions 
COVID-19 Information and Resources

COVID-19 is a type of coronavirus. A coronavirus can cause a wide range of illnesses, from the common cold to severe pneumonia. The novel coronavirus (sometimes referred to as Wuhan coronavirus for the place where it was first detected) at the center of the current epidemic has been named SARS-CoV-19, and the illness it causes has been named COVID-19 (abbreviation for coronavirus disease 2019). This is a new strain of coronavirus.

Classrooms on all three campuses are cleaned and disinfected daily with an EPA registered disinfectant. All high touch hard surfaces on campus, including restrooms, handrails and elevators are cleaned and disinfected twice each day. Personal desks and telephones are cleaned by the individuals assigned to those resources. 

Please follow the CDC precautions if you have come in contact with someone who has been confirmed to have, are being evaluated for COVID-19, or tested positive for COVID-19.  Anyone that has symptoms typical of COVID-19, have been exposed to someone that tested positive for COVID-19 or that test positive for COVID-19 must report this to covidnotice@pcom.edu. 

If you develop symptoms such as fever, cough, and/or difficulty breathing or have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, stay home and call your healthcare provider. Older patients and individuals who have severe underlying medical conditions or are immunocompromised should contact their healthcare provider early, even if their illness is mild. If you have severe symptoms, such as persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion or inability to arouse, or bluish lips of face, contact your healthcare provider or emergency room and seek care immediately. Your doctor will determine if you have signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and whether you should be tested.*

All PCOM employees and students that have not been vaccinated for COVID-19 must be tested and submit their COVID-19 test results at least once every 28 days to covidnotice@pcom.edu.

*Taken from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Yes, in addition to social distancing, wearing masks and guidelines that have been provided, the College is requiring all those returning to campus to download and install #CampusClear. #CampusClear is a COVID-19 self-screener mobile/web app that will enable daily communication (7 days a week) between you and authorized PCOM administrators responsible for managing campus safety. To learn more about #CampusClear visit my.pcom.edu.