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- Shipmates, the spread of the coronavirus

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is something that we're
taking very seriously.

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- While many of you may be anxious,

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worried or wondering what happens next,

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leadership at every level is
actively engaged on this issue.

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- Our number one concern

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is the health and the
safety of you, our sailors,

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active and reserve, uniform and civilian,

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as well as your families.

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We're suspending official
personal and PCS travel

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for the next 60 days,

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both to in CONUS and to
designated locations OCONUS,

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as well as encouraging
flexible work schedules

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and the use of telework,

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all designed to slow the virus's spread.

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- For now we must use
an abundance of caution,

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keep an eye on your sailors,

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and continue to follow the
guidelines of health officials,

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which includes washing
your hands more often,

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avoiding public gatherings,

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and staying away from
others if you're sick.

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Don't be a hero.

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- Our understanding of the
coronavirus is rapidly evolving,

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and we may have to
implement further measures

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to combat the spread of this virus.

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America depends upon us

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to provide security and
stability to this nation,

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and that's exactly what
we'll continue to do.

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- Stay safe, shipmates.

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Our nation depends on you.

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