• The number of positive COVID-19 cases In Winnebago County remains at 3 and community spread is not evident.

• The Department of Health Services (DHS) has reported community spread in Milwaukee, Dane, and Kenosha counties. This means that there are people who have tested positive, and it is unknown what their exposures have been. They have had no exposures to a known case and have not traveled to a location where there is community transmission.

• Statewide there have been 72 positive COVID-19 cases and 1,038 negative as of 2:00 p.m. on March 17, 2020. For information on statewide activity, visit the DHS website.

• To slow the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Evers issued an order today that prohibits mass gatherings of 10 or more, effective at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17. A "mass gathering" includes any planned or spontaneous, public or private event, in a single room or confined space. The order includes the following:
• Bars and restaurants must close with an exception for take-out or delivery service
• Schools are to remain closed for the duration of the public health emergency
• Additional details/exemptions for transportation, educational institutions, child care, hotels, military, law enforcement, food pantries, hospitals, long-term care facilities, bars, restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, utility facilities, job centers and courts.

• For WIC families in Winnebago County, we transitioning to virtual or call-in options for benefit issuance. Our WIC staff will be in contact if you are currently receiving benefits or please call our Oshkosh office at (920) 232-3350 or Neenah office at (920) 729-2945.

• Check your school district's website for free lunch and breakfast options available during COVID-19 school closures. Some are linked below:
• Neenah Joint School District
• Menasha Joint School District
• Omro District
• Oshkosh Area School District
• Winneconne Community School District

• This time of social isolation can be incredibly difficult for us and those we love. Click here for ways to care for your behavioral health. 

• Click below for resources to help manage expenses on reduced incomes:
• University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension has put together a special COVID-19 Financial Resources page. It contains links to many government sites where you can turn for more information on topics like applying for public assistance, low-interest small business loans, and other topics. Please keep checking back as Extension and University of Wisconsin staff and faculty will be adding more information as it becomes available.
• The Families & Finances resource page has links to all of the financial programming and resources available through UW-Madison Extension.
• The Managing Your Personal Finances in Tough Times page has specific topics that can assist those dealing with challenging financial situations. 

• A new FAQ section on our COVID-19 webpage includes information for the general public and licensed establishments.

• The Winnebago County Health Department has established a new phone hotline dedicated to calls regarding COVID-19. Please call 920-232-3026 for any questions you have on COVID-19.

• Guidance to providers of child care, Head Start, and 3 and 4-year old kindergarten programs. DCF recommends that these programs remain open unless it is not feasible based on the situations detailed in the guidance.

• We urge you to take steps as a community to reduce strain on our health care system and optimize resources to care for those most in need:
• Practice social distancing
• 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.
• Call your healthcare provider before going into a clinic if you are experiencing mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19. This will allow them to provide guidance, prepare ahead if you need to be seen, and minimize risk to others.

• Check your local resources for the latest schedule and closure updates, some are listed below:
• City of Oshkosh
• City of Neenah
• City of Menasha / Menasha Health Department
• UW-Oshkosh
• Oshkosh Northwestern: Live Updates to Closures/Cancellations for the City of Oshkosh
• Appleton Post Crescent

• CDC has recommended voluntary home quarantine for U.S. residents who have traveled to countries with widespread sustained transmission of COVID-19.

• At this time, all travelers returning to Wisconsin from domestic or international locations are encouraged to monitor their health and practice social distancing.

• Due to extensive spread and likely sustained community transmission of COVID-19 in mountain resort communities, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recommends self-quarantine for 14 days for any individuals who have visited Eagle, Summit, Pitkin, and Gunnison counties in the past week, whether or not they are experiencing symptoms. 

• 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.
• Click here for additional guidance from the CDC

• Investigations in Wisconsin (county specific case information is not available at this time)
• The latest Situation Report from DHS, published on March 13, 2020
• COVID-19 cases in the United States
• 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.
• Full library of print resources for schools, businesses, etc. from the CDC
• Visit the Winnebago County Health Department's website for resources specific to the general public, healthcare providers, businesses, community organizations, schools and first responders.
• Wisconsin Departmetn of Children and Families
• Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
• Plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak. Learn what you can do to prepare your home and family.