June 22, 2020

NOVEL CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19

UPDATE - JUNE 19, 2020

As of today, Linn County has had thirteen (13) cases of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Eleven (11) cases

recovered and two (2) active cases, one (1) of which is hospitalized. Linn County continues to test patients

with symptoms and is isolating and quarantining patients as needed.

To help protect others and help reduce the spread of COVID-19, please remember to prioritize health and safety

by choosing to stay home when sick, practice social distancing of at least 6 feet of non-household members,

wash your hands often, wear a face mask, and clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, individuals 65 years and older or living in a nursing home or

long-term care facility are at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19. People of all ages might also be at

higher risk if they experience the following underlying medical conditions, particularly if not well controlled:

ï‚· People with chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma

ï‚· People who have serious heart conditions

ï‚· People who are immunocompromised

ï‚· People with severe obesity (body mass index [BMI] of 40 or higher)

ï‚· People with diabetes

ï‚· People with chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis

ï‚· People with liver disease

As inviting as summer weather and activities are, it is paramount to remember that continued vigilance is

necessary. Together, we can help to slow the transmission of this disease.

Please remember, those who have

SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19:

Fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing,

fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell,

sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, or vomiting, diarrhea.

This list does not include all possible symptoms.

CALL the Linn County COVID-19 Information Line

Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

(913) 795-7302

or the Kansas Department of Health & Environment at (877) 427-7317 (after business hours)

AND

ALWAYS CALL before going to any doctor’s office, ER, or clinic.

Please inform them of your symptoms when calling.

If you are experiencing life threatening symptoms, PLEASE CALL 911.