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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
May 26, 2020, 6:30 p.m.
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CONTACT 211
FOR NON-MEDICAL QUESTIONS: TEXT COVID19 TO 211-211 / CALL 211
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HEALTH DEPARTMENT HOTLINE: 920-232-3026 (M-F 8:15am-4:15pm)
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COVID-19 Lab Confirmed Cases
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Winnebago County*
(As of 4pm, 5/26/20)
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Wisconsin
(As of 9pm, 5/25/20)
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Please note: Case counts do not include patients with COVID-19 symptoms that were not tested. Those with mild symptoms are most often directed to self-monitor at home without testing.
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- We are saddened to report that COVID-19 took the lives of two more Winnebago County residents. We extend our deepest sympathies to the loved ones affected by this tragic news. This virus is still a serious threat and is especially dangerous to our most at-risk populations, including older adults and those with underlying health conditions. We still need to protect ourselves and those around us by staying home if an activity or trip is not essential, wearing a face mask in public, and practicing good hygiene. Please see these additional recommendations to help control the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) recommends that all travel be canceled or postponed, including travel within the state. COVID-19 is still spreading across our state, and staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from getting sick. This includes travel to seasonal homes or rental cabins, where you may spread COVID-19 to areas with few doctors or hospitals. This is for your safety and wellbeing as well as the safety of our rural counties and tribal communities. If, despite these recommendations, you must travel, DHS provides several steps you should take while planning your trip and upon return.
- DHS recommends that all yard and rummage sales be canceled or postponed. All in-person gatherings with people who are not a part of your home should be avoided. This applies to events like rummage sales. If you must sell something, consider a no-contact sale or use a virtual platform. To keep buyers and sellers safe using these options, consider the following:
- Clean and disinfect your items before giving or shipping it to a buyer.
- Buyers should wash all clothing and disinfect other items after pick up.
- Make or accept payments or over the phone and avoid exchanging cash.
- Pick up and pay in an open, visible, and well-ventilated space. Do not enter another person's home.
- Place a new envelope for each buyer on a table. The seller can watch the buyer leave their money in the envelope, making sure to stay at least 6 feet away. Sellers should wait at least 24 hours to open the envelope to reduce the chance of infection.
- Read the full list of recommendations here.
- Contact tracing is a valuable tool to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. It's very important for those contacted by the health department to share as much information as possible, as soon as possible, to identify others that may have been exposed. If you get a call from the health department, they will identify themselves and then verify they are talking with the correct person by confirming date of birth and address. The health department will not ask for your social security number or any banking information. They also will not reveal the name of the person who tested positive for COVID-19. All information is confidential and protected.
- If you had symptoms of COVID-19 and have since recovered, or if you think you may have had it but did not show symptoms, you may be able to get an antibody test. Antibody tests will not tell you if you currently have COVID-19, but can let you know if you had it at some time in the past. If you would like an antibody test, contact your doctor to ask about availability. Community testing sites are not providing antibody testing at this time. Click here to learn more about antibody testing.
- REMINDER: Call your healthcare provider before going into a clinic if you are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19. This allows them to provide guidance, prepare ahead if you need to be seen, and minimize risk to others.
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PHYSICAL DISTANCING & HAND WASHING ARE THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST COVID-19
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How to Protect Yourself from COVID-19
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating and after going to the bathroom, blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
- If you do not have soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. Cough or sneeze into an elbow if no tissue is available. Wash your hands.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household disinfectant cleaning spray or wipe.
- Wear a cloth face covering in public settings.
- Click here for additional guidance from the CDC
Additional Resources
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Check with your school district for free lunch and breakfast options during COVID-19 closures. School district websites are linked below:
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Updates from local healthcare providers:
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