Linn County has its first confirmed case of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The testing has been confirmed through the KDHE laboratory in Topeka, KS. This person has been isolated to their home. The Linn County Public Health Department is working diligently to identify and contact individuals who have been exposed.
Linn County Health Department urges the public to continue to take appropriate actions. Everyone should practice good hygiene, stay informed, practice social distancing and limit in-person interactions, and avoid travel whenever possible.
Please remember if you have the symptoms to:
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)
If you are experiencing life threating symptoms, PLEASE CALL 911.
ALWAYS CALL before going to any doctor’s office, ER, or clinic. AND Please inform them of your symptoms when calling.
SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19:
Fever
Cough
Shortness of Breath
For the most up to date information go to:
https://www.linncountyks.com/information-about-the-2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19
NEWS
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SPORTS
Young ‘Hawks meet varsity tempo in opening loss
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COMMUNITY
Tuggle hosts platoon members at reunion
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