Logan County Department of Public Health
Local COVID-19 numbers on the rise
Common sense, masking, immunization still best defenses

[May 03, 2022]   The Logan County Department of Public Health (LCDPH) is reporting an increase in cases of COVID-19 and numbers are also on the rise nationwide as new COVID-19 variants emerge.

Currently, Logan County is one of five counties in Illinois classified as at medium community risk level based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. This classification rating is based on CDC metrics as the area is seeing a rise in the number of cases, hospital admissions and bed occupancy.

According to Don Cavi, Public Health Administrator at LCDPH, “the rise in numbers should be no reason to panic; however, this is a good time for the community, especially those who are vulnerable such as the elderly or immunocompromised, to be extra cautious to avoid risk of being exposed or infected. In addition, the community, as a whole, should be mindful and consider taking the extra steps to prevent COVID-19 infections from spreading.” The extra steps citizens should consider taking are as follows:

• Eligible candidates should consider getting vaccinated (including boosted) to reduce the risk of becoming seriously ill or hospitalized from COVID-19. Vaccines (including boosters) are available (no appointment needed) at LCDPH on Tuesday (Pfizer), Wednesday (Johnson & Johnson) and Thursday (Moderna).

• The elderly, immunocompromised, and those with medical conditions should strongly consider wearing a mask in indoor public spaces and talk to their health care provider with specific questions or concerns regarding prevention, testing, or treatment. If a public space is crowded, all the public should consider wearing a mask.

• All the community should continue to exercise common sense by following CDC recommendations for prevention measures such as when to consider testing, when to wear a mask, and how to properly isolate or quarantine if exposed or potentially exposed.
 

By proactively considering these steps, the threat of COVID-19 can be further
minimized. For more recommendations on how to protect yourself and prevent further
spread of COVID-19, you can visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov. For local
information regarding immunization availability and testing, you can visit the Logan
County Department of Public Health website at WWW.LCDPH.ORG.

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