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COVID -19

July 6, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Mask Distribution

Beginning today, Monday, July 6, all St. Louis County Library Branches will be distributing masks to the public during regular library hours. Those hours are Monday-Thursday from 9 am - 6 pm and Friday and Saturday 9 am-5 pm. A complete list of branch locations can be found here.

Last week, St. Louis County Department of Public Health distributed over 150,000 masks to the public ahead of the holiday weekend. Thank you St. Louis for putting the safety of our community top of mind!

Face Coverings are required to be worn by everyone over the age of 9. Businesses should post this requirement at all public entrances. The Department of Public Health (DPH) created a Face Coverings poster that can be download here or or you can pick up a poster at our John C Murphy building located 6121 North Hanley Road, 63134.

Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) is now accepting requests for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind Missourians and professionals that serve them. Funding for this project was obtained from the CARES Act by the State of Missouri. This offer is only available to Missouri residents and the form can be found here.

MCDHH is also receiving and processing requests and that information can be found here. Orders can be expected to arrive within 2-3 weeks of submitting your request using the form.

Pop-Up Testing Sites

Testing for COVID-19 will be available at the following locations on the date listed. Appointments are required and can be made online here.

July 11^th & 12^th:8am -12pm

Hancock Place School District superintendent building

Hancock School Superintendent

9417 S Broadway St. Louis, MO 63125

July 8^th & July 10^th:8am -12pm (Every Wed and Fri.)

Bellefontaine City Hall

9641 Bellefontaine Rd. Saint Louis, MO 63137

August 1 & 2: 8am - 12pm

Northside Seventh-day Adventist Church

9001 Lucas & Hunt Road St. Louis, MO 63136

Contact Information

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline: (877) 435-8411. St. Louis County COVID-19 website stlcorona.com.

April 11, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Guidance for Dementia and/or Alzheimer’s

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, dementia most likely does not increase risk for COVID-19, just like it does not increase risk for flu. However, dementia-related factors like age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase risk. As an example, people with dementia and/or Alzheimer's disease may forget to wash their hands or take other recommended precautions to prevent illness. Additionally, diseases like COVID-19 and the flu may worsen cognitive impairment due to dementia.

Here are a few suggestions to help:

· Use extra reminders, including written, to remember important hygienic practices.

· Inquire about filling prescriptions for a greater number of days to reduce trips to the pharmacy.

· Make alternative plans for the person with dementia should adult care, respite, etc. be modified or cancelled in response to COVID-19.

· Make alternative plans for care management if the primary caregiver should become sick.

· Inquire about the availability for telehealth for current physician appointments.

For people living with dementia, increased confusion is often the first symptom of any illness. If a person living with dementia shows rapidly increased confusion, contact your health care provider for advice. Again, it is recommended that you call your health care provider instead of going directly to an emergency room. Your doctor may be able to treat the person without a visit to the hospital, which is ideal as it does not potentially expose that individual to COVID-19 if they do not have it.

Stay and Pray

Passover, Easter, Ramadan, and other religious holidays are important celebrations of our faiths. This year, we will be celebrating them in new ways, creating new traditions and finding creative ways to enjoy the holidays and our family and friends. We must all work together to keep everyone in our community and our places of worship healthy and safe.

We can:

· Take advantage of the ability to participate in services that are available online or on television.

· Continue family traditions through video chat or phone calls.

· Cook traditional foods to enjoy the familiar tastes and smells of the holiday.

· Celebrate in person with those that live with us.

What we should avoid doing:

· Attending any in-person worship service.

· Congregating in public areas.

· Inviting others to celebrate at our home.

· Attending a celebration outside of our homes.

Contact Information

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877)435-8411.

St. Louis County has created a website dedicated to the dissemination of information relating to COVID-19, www.stlcorona.com. Please visit that website or those belonging to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) or the World Health Organization (WHO) for the most current and reputable information.

April 10, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Pets and COVID-19

Some viruses cause illness in people, while others can cause illness in certain types of animals. The CDC is aware of a very small number of pets, including dogs and cats, outside the United States that are reported to be infected with the virus. There are no reports of pets becoming sick with COVID-19 in the United States, but this information is developing rapidly and further studies are needed to understand if/how animals could be affected by COVID-19.

If you have or believe you have COVID-19, you should restrict contact with pets and other animals. This is just as we would normally do around other people. See if a friend or loved one can care for your animal(s) if you are sick. If you must care for your pet or be around animals while you are sick, wash your hands before and after you interact with them. These steps can help ensure both you and your animals stay healthy.

Million Mask Drive

The Greater St. Louis Million Mask Drive is a volunteer effort of citizens sewing fabric masks for local healthcare workers and first responders in our region at no cost. Here is a video highlighting how a few people can make a big difference:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3Sb6hUniT4&feature=youtu.be

For those who would like to donate fabric or volunteer time sewing, please send an email to: greaterstlmask@gmail.com.

This is a specific effort to complement the on-going request for cloth masks for those serving in supportive and in-direct roles. If that support personnel has these items, it would preserve the much needed N-95 masks for the healthcare workers and first responders who must work in direct contact with those confirmed to have COVID-19.

End of the School Year

We will all experience different reactions to the news that the overwhelming majority of school facilities have closed for the 2019-2020 year. We need to be ready to meet the needs of our school-aged children, especially emotional needs. The loss of extracurricular activities and significant events, like graduation and prom, can potentially be a significant one. They will be looking to us, their parents, teachers, coaches, and community leaders, as a barometer to gauge their own reactions. We should look for new ways to celebrate our children’s accomplishments and inspire their creativity and resilience moving forward.

The loss of the school year can also mean that food sources for children are exhausted. A list of resources can be found here: https://stlouisco.com/Your-Government/County-Executive/COVID-19/COVID-19-Resources

Contact Information

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877)435-8411.

March 21, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Today, as of 5:00 PM, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health (DPH) has:

· One death.

· 17 total positive cases. (One case previously identified as St. Louis County has been re-located out of state.)

· The following eight additional cases confirmed:

o 20-29 years of age, travel-related

o 50-59 years of age, unknown origin

o 30-39 years of age, unknown origin

o 40-49 years of age, unknown origin

o 50-59 years of age, unknown origin

o 40-49 years of age, unknown origin

o 30-39 years of age, unknown origin

o 40-49 years of age, unknown origin

· The St. Louis County Department of Health fielded a total of 413 calls on 3/20/2020.

As anticipated, the ability to provide reliable statistics pertaining to pending tests or tests sent for analysis has significantly diminished. This is an encouraging step as more people are being tested by more health care professionals; however, it has an adverse effect on the accuracy of the numbers. Additionally, the statistics provided are not reflective of the epidemic, rather they are reflective of the information now available.

St. Louis County to Enact Stay at Home Orders to Prevent Spread of COVID-19

County Executive Dr. Sam Page announced today, March 21, 2020, that St. Louis County and the City of St. Louis will be adopting new restrictions to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the region. The new restrictions will take effect on Monday, March 23, 2020, at 12:01 AM. This will ensure that residents can meet their basic needs and essential services will still be provided. The new restrictions will require people to stay at home when possible.

It is just as important to recognize what is not impacted by this as what is. This announcement will not affect the ability of residents to go to the grocery store, the pharmacy, and take a walk in a public park.

Suggestions to Prepare for Home Stays

• Consider and plan for those in your home who are considered vulnerable (those over age 60, anyone with a serious medical condition).

• Create a contact list with phone numbers of neighbors, schools, and employers.

• Set up online shopping accounts if possible.

• Plan ahead and think about what you will need in order to stay at home for an extended period of time. Think ahead and plan how you will keep enough food and medications in your home during this period.

Have Supplies on Hand

Buy only as much as you need to avoid frequent shopping trips. It is not necessary to buy these items in bulk. Stores selling necessary items like grocery stores, pharmacies, gas stations, and hardware stores will remain open, but we encourage residents to shop less often in order to spend less time in public. Supplies on hand should include:

• Non-perishable food

• First aid kit including thermometer

• Medications (over the counter and prescription)

• Toilet paper and other personal hygiene items

• Cleaning supplies (antibacterial soap, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, etc.)

Daily Information

Residents experiencing symptoms of fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, should contact the St. Louis County Health Line at (314)615-2660 with their concerns. Those who have reason to believe they have encountered a person infected with COVID-19 should also utilize that number.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877) 435-8411.

March 20, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Today, as of 6:00 PM, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health (DPH) has:

A woman, 60-69 years of age, with underlying health conditions, is the first COVID-19 related death in St. Louis County. The positive test result was received on 3/17/2020.
Ten total positive cases.
49 tests have returned negative results.
The St. Louis County Department of Health fielded a total of 612 calls on 3/19/2020.

As of March 14th, all presumed positive tests will be considered confirmed positive. The Missouri State Laboratory will no longer require presumed positive tests be sent to the Centers for Disease Control for that additional level of confirmation.

Text Message Alerts

St. Louis County will provide text message alerts to keep the community updated on COVID-19. “Increasing access to information as this issue quickly evolves is crucial. Text message alerts are just another way to do that in addition to our website, stlcorona.com, which is updated daily,” said County Executive Sam Page.

To receive alerts, text: STLOUISCOALERT to 67283

To stop receiving alerts, text: STOP STLOUISCOALERT to 67283

Areas of Community Transmission

An area of community transmission is described as areas that have experienced community spread of COVID-19.

The following States and Counties have been identified as Areas of Community Transmission. Pleas follow the guidance provided by the CDC if you have traveled or intend on traveling to any of these States: California, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, South Carolina, Washington, Wyoming, Colorado - Eagle, Summit, Pitkin, and Gunnison Counties

This list is available at www.stlcorona.com.

Domestic Travelers (Including those returning from Spring Break)

Information regarding the spread of COVID-19 within the United States is constantly evolving and areas of domestic travel are being scrutinized. The CDC does not generally issue advisories or restrictions for travel within the United States. However, cases have been reported in many states, and some areas are experiencing community spread of the disease. Crowded travel settings, like airports, festivals, parties, or concerts may increase chances of getting COVID-19.

There are several things you should consider if you have traveled domestically. Consider the risk of passing COVID-19 to others, particularly if you will be in close contact with people who are older adults or have severe chronic health condition These people are at higher risk of getting very sick. If your symptoms are mild or you don’t have a fever, you may not realize you are infectious.

· Is COVID-19 spreading in the area where have been?

· Have you been in close contact with others during your trip?

· Has your work or school told you to stay home for 14 days for self-monitoring after traveling?

· Do you live with someone who is older or has a serious, chronic medical condition?

To be safe when returning home, you can follow these steps to be a responsible member of the community and reduce the risk of transmitting COVID-19 onto others.

· Stay at home. Do not go to work, school, or leave your house for 14 days. Discuss your work situation with your employer.

· Monitor your health. Take your temperature with a thermometer two times a day and monitor for fever (temperature of 100.4°F/38°C or higher). Also watch for cough or trouble breathing.

· Practice social distancing within the home. Avoid contact with other people for the 14 days. Maintain distance (approximately 6 feet or 2 meters) from family members and others in the home when possible.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877) 435-8411.

March 19, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Today, as of 3:00 PM, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health (DPH) has:

* Ten total positive cases.

* The following five additional cases confirmed today are still under investigation to determine origin:

* 6th Case: 60-69 years old

* 7th Case: 30-39 years old

* 8th Case: 50-59 years old

* 9th Case: 80-89 years old

* 10th Case: 50-59 years old

* 38 tests have returned negative results.

* The St. Louis County Department of Health fielded a total of 652 calls on 3/18/2020.

Disinfecting Details Regarding COVID-19

The virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is stable for several hours to days in aerosols and on surfaces, according to a new study from National Institutes of Health. The scientists found that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was detectable in aerosols for up to three hours, up to four hours on copper, up to 24 hours on cardboard and up to 72 hours on plastic and stainless steel. The results provide key information about the stability of SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19 disease, and suggests that people may acquire the virus through the air and after touching contaminated objects. This testing is considered preliminary at this point and has not been peer reviewed. This is not meant to invoke fear, but to assist our community in taking every possible precaution in spreading this virus.

Knowledge is power and knowing that information continues to change and this public health crisis evolves.

Residents experiencing symptoms of fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, should contact the St. Louis County Health Line at (314) 615-2660 with their concerns. Those who have reason to believe they have encountered a person infected with COVID-19 should also utilize that number.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877) 435-8411.

St. Louis County has created a website dedicated to the dissemination of information relating to COVID-19, www.stlcorona.com <http://www.stlcorona.com/> . Please visit that website or those belonging to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) or the World Health Organization (WHO) for the most current and reputable information available.

March 17, 2020

St. Louis County Department of Public Health COVID-19 Update

Today, as of 3:00 PM, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health (DPH) has:

* 11 tests with pending results.

* Three tests were sent 3/16/2020 and six thus far on 3/17/2020.

* 27 tests have returned negative results.

* Three positive cases (3/7/2020, 3/13/2020, 3/16/2020).

Please note that these tests only reflect those conducted at the State Public Health Laboratory. The availability and accessibility of commercial labs has and will continue to affect the reliability of the actual numbers.

The St. Louis County Department of Health fielded a total of 695 calls on 3/16/2020.

Coping with Social Distancing

The constant media coverage of the outbreak of COVID-19 may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about an infectious disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Successfully coping with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations. Healthy alternatives to help cope with this stress while still practicing social distancing include the following:

* Maintain a routine. Try to maintain a regular meal and sleep schedule while practicing social distancing. The regular schedule can help to reduce stress and fear of the unknown.

* Go for a walk or exercise at home. Try to go out into nature as much as possible for the benefits of Vitamin D (sunlight). If you cannot get out of the house, most streaming services offer exercise and yoga classes.

* Do not indulge in binging. Binging in eating, alcohol or drug use and even television and oversleeping are all unhealthy habits.

* We can all use this time to do some spring cleaning and decluttering. On top of increasing anxiety, household clutter can harbor infections, pollutants, and create unhygienic spaces.

* Be a better friend/relative. Take the time to run through your contacts and reach out to those people that you haven’t spoken to in a while. Offer to help out a friend or neighbor who may be less mobile. Pick up groceries or needed prescriptions.

* Learn something new. Take an online class, research a topic that interests you, or watch “how-to” or “DIY” videos for the project that you have been meaning to finish.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline can be reached at (877) 435-8411.

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