Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)
TCHD is putting together an email distribution list for anyone who would like to receive weekly COVID-19 updates. These updates will be sent on Fridays. If need to know information is released throughout the week that will be shared via email as well.
Please note: We will not be sharing information about individuals under public health supervision or under voluntary quarantine for COVID-19 in our counties. These individuals are not showing any symptoms and are not under investigation. As is our normal practice when we monitor situations of infectious disease in the community, information will be shared as is necessary to protect the public while balancing individual privacy. As with other diseases, we do not routinely share suspected case information until it is confirmed. The same will be done with COVID-19.
If you would like to be added to the email distribution list please send your contact information to director@tchdnow.org
Please note: We will not be sharing information about individuals under public health supervision or under voluntary quarantine for COVID-19 in our counties. These individuals are not showing any symptoms and are not under investigation. As is our normal practice when we monitor situations of infectious disease in the community, information will be shared as is necessary to protect the public while balancing individual privacy. As with other diseases, we do not routinely share suspected case information until it is confirmed. The same will be done with COVID-19.
If you would like to be added to the email distribution list please send your contact information to director@tchdnow.org
TCHD Weekly Situational Reports for COVID-19
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Testing Capabilities
Even as commercial laboratories, such as Quest Diagnostic and LabCorp, have ramped up coronavirus testing, a new problem has emerged: a shortage of related materials needed to conduct the tests.
In addition to the material shortages, labs are already overrun with submissions. For example, what used to be an 8-12 hour turn around for COVID-19 tests is now 5-7 days. In Ohio, healthcare providers have been asked to reserve testing for the “most vulnerable patients".
At this point, you should not assume that you will be able to be tested unless your symptoms progress enough to require medical attention.
What should I do if I am sick and cannot be tested?
Isolate yourself. This means you should stay home and keep a distance from other members of the household. Use a separate bathroom and sleeping area, if possible.
When can I return to work or leave my house?
You can leave home after ALL THREE of these things have happened:
1. You have had NO fever for at least 72 hours without the use of medicine that reduces fevers; AND
2. Other symptoms have improved (example, cough and/or shortness of breath have improved); AND
3. At least 7 days have passed since your symptoms first started
What if someone in my house is sick?
Stay home and self-monitor for 14 days. Take your temperature 2 times per day and monitor for symptoms of cough, shortness of breath. If the person in your home recovers prior to the 14 days, you may leave your home. Continue social distancing and monitor for signs and symptoms for the full 14 days.
In addition to the material shortages, labs are already overrun with submissions. For example, what used to be an 8-12 hour turn around for COVID-19 tests is now 5-7 days. In Ohio, healthcare providers have been asked to reserve testing for the “most vulnerable patients".
At this point, you should not assume that you will be able to be tested unless your symptoms progress enough to require medical attention.
What should I do if I am sick and cannot be tested?
Isolate yourself. This means you should stay home and keep a distance from other members of the household. Use a separate bathroom and sleeping area, if possible.
When can I return to work or leave my house?
You can leave home after ALL THREE of these things have happened:
1. You have had NO fever for at least 72 hours without the use of medicine that reduces fevers; AND
2. Other symptoms have improved (example, cough and/or shortness of breath have improved); AND
3. At least 7 days have passed since your symptoms first started
What if someone in my house is sick?
Stay home and self-monitor for 14 days. Take your temperature 2 times per day and monitor for symptoms of cough, shortness of breath. If the person in your home recovers prior to the 14 days, you may leave your home. Continue social distancing and monitor for signs and symptoms for the full 14 days.
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The Ohio Department of Health Has Opened a Call Center for COVID-19
1-833-4-ASK-ODH Open Seven Days a Week
Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today announced the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has opened a call center to answer questions regarding coronavirus (COVID-19). The call center will be open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and can be reached at 1-833-4-ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634).
Call center staff includes licensed nurses and infectious disease experts. They will be available to answer questions and provide accurate information about COVID-19, the risk to the public, and the state’s response.
1-833-4-ASK-ODH Open Seven Days a Week
Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today announced the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) has opened a call center to answer questions regarding coronavirus (COVID-19). The call center will be open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and can be reached at 1-833-4-ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634).
Call center staff includes licensed nurses and infectious disease experts. They will be available to answer questions and provide accurate information about COVID-19, the risk to the public, and the state’s response.
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