Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
THE AKSM PRESS
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release | March 9, 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA - AKSM Media continues to stay aware of the latest information from public health professionals from World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), State Department, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health to ensure we are aware of the most recent updates on the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The health and safety of our talent, clients, staff and team is our main priority.
While the total number of coronavirus cases in the United States remains relatively small, experts expect this number to grow as testing increases and more individuals seek care. Currently, the key recommendations from public health agencies to prevent the spread of coronavirus are regular, thorough, hand-washing and that symptomatic individuals remain home rather than going to a public place.
AKSM Media has implemented or planned the following to increase awareness and protect our community:
Making touch-points a high priority for cleaning
Outfitting key areas with disposable disinfectant wipes to sanitize desks, tables, and technology tools between uses
Placing hand sanitizers throughout buildings, buses and vehicles and encouraging their regular use
For those team members that are currently serving our International Offices and/or have future travel scheduled; all travel, teams and shows outside of North America are currently suspended until further notice
Certain appearances by talent at domestic events in the United States have been canceled due to crowd concerns
We are monitoring the State Department’s Travel Advisories and lean on the in-country host recommendations. Currently, the CDC has recommended against nonessential travel to South Korea, Italy, Iran, and China, but there are no other restrictions for other international or domestic travel. We will closely monitor those travel recommendations and share updates if the situation changes.