Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Cole County Health Department Information

For recommendations and guidance regarding COVID-19 please visit the CDC’s website linked below.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

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State of Missouri Information

Missouri COVID-19 Vaccine Information

Missouri COVID-19 Transportation Information

Missouri Novel Coronavirus Information Hotline: 877-435-8411

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) activated a statewide public hotline for citizens or providers needing guidance regarding COVID-19. The hotline is being operated by medical professionals and is available from Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed.

Vaccine Information

• Missouri COVID-19 Vaccine Providers Map Click Here. 
• Get The Facts Click Here.
• V-Safe Information Click Here.
• Vaccine Information for You and Your Family Click Here. (CDC)
• Understanding How COVID-19 Vaccines Work Click Here. (CDC)
• Pfizer-BioNTech & COMIRNATY:
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) & FDA-Approved Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Moderna & SPIKEVAX:
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) & FDA-Approved Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Janssen:
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Novavax:
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Fact Sheet (PDF)

How To Protect Yourself

• Know how COVID-19 spreads.
• Proper Hygiene Practices:
  • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water is not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

What To Do If You Were Exposed To COVID-19

• For more information on steps for you to take Click Here.

What To Do If You Are Sick With COVID-19

• Call your doctor if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms. DO NOT go to the Hospital Emergency Room unless you need to seek prompt medical attention for worsening symptoms (e.g., difficulty breathing).
• If you have a medical emergency and need to call 911, notify the dispatch personnel that you have, or are being evaluated for COVID-19.
• For more information Click Here.

Testing Information

• Cole County Health Department Does Not provide testing for COVID-19.
• Please call your doctor or 877-435-8411 for specific testing information.
• Do you want to know where FREE COVID-19 community testing events are located in Missouri? For a full list of event locations and for registration Click Here. Individuals who cannot register online may call the Missouri Novel Coronavirus Information Hotline at 877-435-8411 for assistance.
• Do you want to know where COVID-19 testing sites are located in Missouri? Please Click Here to find the locations.