Current Information and Links:
Logan County COVID-19 Update, June 22, 2022
Logan County’s COVID-19 Community Level continues to remain as ‘Low’. As a reminder, the COVID-19 Community Level is based on three factors:
- Total new COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population in the past seven days
- New COVID-19 admissions per 100,000 population in the past seven days
- Percent of staffed inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients
The table below shows how Logan County is doing compared to the metrics created by CDC:
Logan County remains at ‘Low’ COVID-19 Community Level. The COVID-19 case rate is increased slightly from last week. COVID-19 hospitalization data is showing a decrease compared to the week before. If you identify any clusters of COVID-19 cases, we recommend you take measures to prevent any further spread. The Logan County Health District strongly recommends everyone to be vigilant in their prevention efforts. If you or a loved one is sick, stay home. Maintain good indoor air quality. Follow isolation and quarantine guidelines when they apply to you and your family. Have a supply of COVID-19 tests available in your home in case anyone gets ill. Get yourself and your family fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
The FDA recently authorized COVID-19 vaccinations for infants and preschoolers aged 6 months-4 years and the CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccinations for that same age group. Currently the Logan County Health District does not have any pediatric COVID-19 vaccine in stock for those age groups, but information will be shared when we have supplies in stock.
The CDC had a recent presentation on COVID-19 in children aged 6 months-4 years: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/acip/meetings/downloads/slides-2022-06-17-18/02-COVID-Fleming-Dutra-508.pdf
Highlights of this presentation include:
- Children aged 6 months-4 years have a higher cumulative COVID-19 associated hospitalization rate than those aged 5-11 years and 12-17 years
- Over 50% of children aged 6 months-4 years hospitalized with COVID-19 had no underlying medical condition
- For those aged 6 months-4 years, COVID-19 hospitalization rates and deaths were higher than other vaccine preventable diseases such as hepatitis A, varicella (chickenpox), and pneumococcal disease prior to when those vaccines were recommended.
- 202 children aged 6 months-4 years died of COVID-19
- COVID-19 is a top 5 cause of death among children aged 0-19
The Logan County Health District has COVID-19 vaccinations available for those aged 5 years and older (including first doses and any additional or booster doses). There are incentives available for anyone who has yet to receive their first dose.
There is a webinar scheduled on June 28, 2022 about Indoor Ventilation Strategies for COVID-19 for anyone interested: https://naccho.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fDlZFEdCTN6AskQTfKMv8w
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 test kits. If you already ordered your first set of test kits, you are now eligible for a second set of four free at-home COVID-19 test kits. To order yours, please visit https://www.covidtests.gov/. The Logan County Health District also has free test kits available for anyone in need.
Sources: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/science/community-levels.html and https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view?list_select_state=Ohio&datatype=Risk&list_select_county=39091
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, June 22, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, June 14, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, June 7, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, May 31, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, May 24, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, May 17, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, May 10, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, May 4, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, April 26, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, April 19, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, April 12, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, March 22, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, March 15, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, March 8, 2022
- Logan County COVID-19 Update, March 2, 2022
ODH Director of Health Orders
- ODH Director’s Stay Safe Ohio Order
- ODH Director’s Order For Facial Coverings (Masks)
- ODH News Release — Health Orders Lifted 6/2/2021
COVID-19 Testing
School Guidance
- Preparing K-12 School Administrators for a Safe Return to School in Fall 2020
- Screening K-12 Students for Symptoms of COVID-19: Limitations and Considerations
- School Decision-Making Tool for Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians
- Back to School Planning: Checklists to Guide Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers
- Guidance for K-12 School Administrators on the Use of Cloth Face Coverings in Schools
- FAQ for School Administrators on Reopening Schools
Business Information
- Economic Recovery Instructions to Reopen and Operate a Business in Logan County
- Public Health Guidance Document For Economic Recovery In Logan County
- Guidance for Businesses Large and and Small
- Recommendations for Water Supply Flushing for Reopening of Buildings Under Statewide COVID-19 Transition Plan
Mask Patterns and Instructions
- Adult mask pattern
- Child mask pattern
- CDC – Use Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19
- CDC – Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
- Dr. Hoddinott’s Youtube Video – Wondering what all the fuss is with masks?
Mental Health Help
- Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Services Board of Logan & Champaign Counties
- Maintaining a healthy outlook during the pandemic
- Mental Health and Addiction -Treatment Guidance for COVID-19
- COVID CareLine
- The COVID CareLine is a new, toll-free number and emotional support call service created by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Behavioral health professionals will staff the CareLine from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days/week. They will offer confidential support in times of personal crisis when individuals may be struggling to cope with current challenges in their lives. After 8 p.m., the CareLine will forward to the National Suicide Prevention Helpline, allowing those calling to have access to someone 24 hours/day.
- Call 1-800-720-9616 to connect
LCHD Links
- Doc’s Friday Facts on COVID-19 (5-29-2020)
- Automated Calls for COVID-19 Positive Cases (11-19-2020)
- LCHD COVID-19 Community Presentation (3-16-2020)
- Preparing for a Possible Pandemic and Anxiety
- Prevention, Treatment and Mask Use
- Be Prepared for COVID-19 Checklist
- What to do at home with your kids during COVID-19
- Guidance for Faith-Based Organizations
- Garage Sales and Outdoor Retail Sales
- COVID-19 is a disease of…
- INDOOR AIR FACTS: How to Protect You and Your Loved Ones from COVID-19
- Case Update: August-September 2021
ODH Links