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Winnebago County Public Health Department
COVID-19 SITUATION UPDATE
March 13, 2020
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What's New
- Confirmed cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in Winnebago County: 0
- All K-12 schools throughout the state of Wisconsin, both public and private, will be closed starting Thursday, March 19 for two weeks.
- Click here for the latest updates from the City of Oshkosh departments, including information on the Seniors Center closing on Friday, March 13.
- Domestic Travel Guidelines:
- WCHD recommends limiting non-essential domestic travel if possible. Those planning trips should weigh the benefits of going versus not going.
- DHS recommends against all non-essential travel to any areas with sustained community transmission of COVID-19. This situation is rapidly evolving, and travelers should refer to this CDC list for the most current list of states with sustained community transmission (click the + sign under the map).
- For travelers returning to Wisconsin from states with sustained community transmission, DHS recommends to self-quarantine at home for 14 days and monitor for symptoms of COVID-19.
- The CDC released actions for protecting communities from COVID-19. It includes mitigation strategies for specific groups including individuals, schools, assisted living facilities, businesses, community organizations and healthcare providers.
- On March 10, the CDC released new recommendations for patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 in healthcare facilities
- On March 12, DHS released interim guidance for EMS systems, practitioners and public safety answering points
- On March 12, DHS released updated guidance on infection control during specimen collection for COVID-19 in outpatient settings
- On March 13, DHS released important recommendations for prevention of COVID-19 in long-term care facilities and assisted living facilities. These recommendations apply to facilities caring for patients who are elderly and/or have chronic medical conditions placing them at high risk of severe complications of COVID-19.
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU'RE FEELING SICK
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Patients with COVID-19 can experience mild to severe respiratory illness.
If you are experiencing MILD or MODERATE symptoms, such as fever, runny nose or cough, do NOT go to the Emergency Room.
Call your primary health care provider prior to going to a clinic.
This will ensure that healthcare professionals can prepare in advance should you need to receive testing or treatment.
Seeking the most appropriate level of care will help protect the community and minimize exposure to other patients and staff.
If you develop SEVERE symptoms, get medical attention immediately by calling 911.
SEVERE warning signs can include*:
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion or inability to arouse
- Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.
If you do not have symptoms of COVID-19, you DO NOT need to be tested. If you have been in contact with individuals that have been exposed to COVID-19, but you do not have symptoms, you DO NOT need to be tested.
If you are feeling healthy, practice social distancing and continue with good hand washing, respiratory etiquette, personal hygiene and clean frequently touched surfaces. Social distancing includes avoiding crowded places, increasing interpersonal space (ideally separation of 6 feet) and not shaking hands.
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Timeline of Events Affecting our Community
- March 13, 2020: President Trump officially declares a National Emergency and orders every state to set up emergency operations centers, effective immediately.
- March 13, 2020: City Manager Mark Rohloff declared a State of Emergency for the City of Oshkosh
- March 12, 2020: Gov. Tony Evers declared a public health emergency, directing the Department of Health Services to use all resources necessary to respond to and contain the outbreak.
- March 12, 2020: UW Oshkosh suspended all classes beginning March 16 and canceled all events until further notice
- March 12, 2020: two cases were reported in Dane County
- March 11, 2020: one case in Waukesha County was reported and two in Fond du Lac County were reported
- March 10, 2020: one case was reported in Dane County
- March 9, 2020: one case was confirmed in Pierce County
- February 5, 2020: Wisconsin confirmed its first case of COVID-19 in Dane County. On February 28, 2020, CDC confirmed that the case no longer has COVID-19 and is no longer under isolation.
How to Prepare for COVID-19
There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19 infection, and there is currently no specific treatment. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to the virus.
Take these steps to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
- 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. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you 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.
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