COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

TESTING

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, please call your healthcare provider for medical advice and/or evaluation. You can also review this online tool from Wisconsin DHS: "COVID-19: How to Get Tested."

If you have an emergency warning sign (including trouble breathing), get medical attention right away.

REGIONAL TESTING SITES

There are multiple testing sites in our region that are being managed by the Wisconsin Army National Guard. View locations and details here.

HOSPITAL AND CLINIC TESTING SITES

Below is a list of area healthcare facilities that can assist with COVID-19 concerns. If you DO NOT have a primary healthcare provider, please contact the facility closest to where you live.

• Ascension Online Care
• Advocate Aurora Health
• Bellin Health
• ThedaCare
  
• Holy Family Memorial
• Prevea Virtual Care
• Agnesian Healthcare
  
  

PREVENTION

Help prevent the spread of all viruses, including COVID-19. Remember that prevention is to help keep the entire community safe, especially our most vulnerable residents.

• Steps to Prevent Illness (CDC)
  
  

PREPARE AND TAKE ACTION

• How COVID-19 Spreads (CDC)
• Symptoms of COVID-19 (CDC)
• What To Do If You Are Sick (CDC)
• Get screened for COVID-19
• Self-Isolation for Individuals Being Evaluated for COVID-19
• People who are at higher risk for severe illness

Please Visit Calumet County Community Economic Development Webpages

• Reopening Calumet County - Public Health Recommendations Guide
• Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 (OSHA)
• Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Reopening Guidelines
• CDC recommendations, including maintaining physical distancing, appropriate hygiene practices, and masking.
• State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services recommendations
  
  
• Prevent the spread of COVID-19 if you are sick
• Stop the Spread of Germs
• Stop the Spread of Germs- Spanish Version
• Stay Home When You Are Sick
• Stay Home When You Are Sick- Spanish Version
• Disinfecting Your Facility
  
• Tips for Business During the Coronavirus 3 20 20
• Navigating Coronavirus for Small Businesses

Educational Resources and Frequently Asked Questions

• Videos (CDC)
• Printed Materials (CDC)
• Frequently Asked Questions (CDC)

General Information

• Health Insurance Resources - Covering Wisconsin
• FAQ’s on Health Privacy
• How to stop the spread of viruses
• Safe handling of groceries, take-out and delivery food, and cleaning guidelines
  
• COVID-19 Shopping Tips
• COVID-19 Facts: Why Social Distancing?
• Animals and COVID-19
• How to Safely Use Hand Sanitizer

Family and Children

• Online resources for families during COVID-19
• Emergency Child Care for Health System and Other Essential Workers
• Tips for Parents Using Child Care During COVID-19
• Tips to keep children healthy while school’s out
• Caring for someone at home
• COVID-19 Facts: Protect Your Family
• Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19 When Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities

Mental Health Resources

• Resilient Wisconsin
• Mental Health and COVID-19: Information and Resources
• SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Servies Administration) COVID-19 Resources
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) COVID-19 Information and Resources
• Manage Anxiety & Stress
• How to Talk to Your Anxious Child or Teen About Coronavirus

• View Calumet County departments adjusted schedules and contact information.

• Many county-sponsored events are being canceled or postponed at this time. Please check with each department on which events or programs may be ongoing at this time.

• Nutrition dining centers (meal sites) are closed indefinitely. Home delivered meals are continuing at this time.

• These decisions are based on ongoing guidance from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services on mass gatherings and social distancing.