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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
May 7, 2020, 6:00 p.m.
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CONTACT 211
FOR NON-MEDICAL QUESTIONS: TEXT COVID19 TO 211-211 / CALL 211
One-stop connection to local services like utility assistance, housing, food, elder care,
crisis intervention, alcohol and drug recovery and much more
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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, 5/7/20)
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Wisconsin
(As of 9pm, 5/6/20)
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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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- Fox Valley COVID-19 Testing Site to Open, May 13-15
- Winnebago, Outagamie and Calumet County residents who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms are invited to this testing site
- Symptoms can include: Fever (>100.4); cough; shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; sore throat; headache; chills or rigors (repetitive shaking chills); muscle aches; new abnormalities in taste or smell.
- Testing will be conducted at Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton (1825 North Bluemound Drive)
- No appointment is needed for the testing
- Daily testing capacity will be 300 tests
- Members of the Wisconsin National Guard will conduct the testing
- Testing is available for those ages 5 and older, but minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who can consent to the testing
- Those intending to be tested are encouraged to print, complete and bring this form with them to the testing site. Forms will also be available at the site.
- Patient Information Form - English
- Patient Information Form - Spanish
- DHS now provides data on facility-wide public health investigations at the county-level. A facility-wide investigation is initiated by a single positive COVID-19 case in a long-term care facility or two or more cases in the following settings:
- Group Housing: correctional facilities, homeless shelters, dormitories, group homes
- Health Care: hospitals, clinics, dialysis centers, hospice, in-home care
- Workplace: offices, indoor workplaces, manufacturing, production and distribution facilities
- Other Settings: adult or child day care centers, restaurants, event spaces, religious settings
- Stress doesn't just affect adults – children and teens are also at risk for anxiety. Right now, it's difficult to anticipate the future, and kids have been pulled from their normal routines. Any time a child faces significant change, it can cause fear and anxiety. Unfortunately, most children experiencing anxiety never get the help they need. This lack of timely care can lead to or worsen the symptoms of depression, conduct disorders and substance use. Signs that a child may be struggling with anxiety:
- Avoiding situations and social gatherings by pretending to be sick
- Being a perfectionist, bossy or having a need to control situations
- Worrying about things that are unlikely to happen
- Being overly shy and sensitive to criticism
- Low self-esteem and lack of confidence
- Having meltdowns at home but possibly not at school
- Learn more here
- Community gardening for food production is an allowed outdoor activity under the Safer at Home Order, and gardens can remain open. Click the following links for best practices and considerations for garden coordinators and gardeners: English / Hmong / Lao / Spanish
- Find discussion rooms, fact checkers, calming resources and general COVID-19 information on the COVID-19 Wisconsin Connect website, provided by the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.
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- 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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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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Winnebago County Health Department
920-232-3000
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