Local mascots promote COVID-19 safety in Austin Public Health PSA

Austin Public Health PSA promotes community ‘defense’ against COVID-19

(Video courtesy Austin Public Health)

AUSTIN, Texas - Austin Public Health (APH), in partnership with the Austin Independent School District, University of Texas, Austin Community College, and Dell Medical School, has created a PSA to promote "defense" against COVID-19.

Mascots from local area schools and colleges participated in the filming for the PSA in October to promote individual responsibility in order to protect the community during the coronavirus pandemic.

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“We need to think about what we do as individuals that will add to the overall health of the community,” said Stephanie Hayden, Director of Austin Public Health, in a news release. “Education is our first priority, and we must protect our schools by staying vigilant with washing our hands, wearing masks, and watching our distance.”

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