The Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs is warning residents to be extremely cautious handling texts, emails, and social media posts regarding COVID-19 and/or government stimulus checks.

Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces is a best practice recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other viral respiratory illnesses.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is vital to protecting medical professionals and first responders as they treat patients and combat the COVID-19 pandemic. It is also in short supply in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, and around the world.

As COVID-19 impacts Ohio, it exposes the populations most vulnerable to the pandemic including currently and formerly incarcerated individuals.

COVID-19 has caused considerable stress, fear, and anxiety for both adults and children. Older people, people at higher risk for COVID-19, teens, children, first responders, and those with mental health conditions may be more susceptible to these feelings.

Residents have the option to file a paper complaint, but there are several advantages to electronically filing a complaint online.