Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

COLE COUNTY
*Active Cases

138

*Total Recovered

1106

*Total Cases
1251
*,**Deaths
7
Long Term Care (LTC) Facility Resident Data
Total Cases
57
**Deaths
7

Weekly Dashboard
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Weekly Dashboard 9-17-20 (PDF)


Case Numbers will be updated by 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Last Updated: 9-18-2020 5:09 p.m.

*This data does not include Long Term Care (LTC) facility resident data.
  ** A death attributed to COVID-19 includes individuals who were identified as a positive COVID-19 case who died as a result of this illness or from a death certificate where COVID-19 was listed as a underlying or contributing cause of death.
September Case Total Per Day 9-18-20
August Case Total Per Day 8-31-20

Questions About COVID-19?

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Cole County Health Department Information

Cole County is currently following the State of Missouri "Show-Me Strong Recovery" plan. Please see below for more information.

State of Missouri Information

  • "Show Me Strong Recovery" Plan 

  • Missouri 24 Hour 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 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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.
  • For more information 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 24 hour 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.

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Disclaimer
The Cole County Health Department provides the content of this website for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.