Health Commissioner, Dr. Boyd Hoddinott, has stated that the COVID-19 Delta variant is progressing through the nation, Ohio, Logan, and surrounding counties. In these areas, we are seeing an increase in hospitalizations due to COVID-19. He recommends getting vaccinated, wearing a mask when you are ill, and avoiding crowded indoor areas with poor air exchange.
For more information on COVID-19 hospitalizations and vaccination rates in Logan County, please visit: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view
Current Information Links:
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
ODH Links