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COVID-19 DATA REPORT

Results as of January 19, 2022

Union County - COVID-19 Positive Cases 1702 - Deaths 19 - Metrics RED 12/1/2021

Union County Health Department is working closely with local and state health officials to ensure that contacts of the patient are identified and monitored so that all infection control protocols are being followed. No additional information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws.

Human coronaviruses most commonly spread from an infected person to others through:

• Respiratory droplets released into the air by coughing and sneezing;
• Close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands;

The best way to protect yourself from any respiratory illness, including the flu, is to:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Maintaining 6-feet social distancing remains important to slowing the spread of the virus.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

The Indiana State Dept of Health (ISDH) will provide updates as new information becomes available. Visit the ISDH website at https://coronavirus.in.gov for the most up-to-date information on COVID_19 in Indiana.

Governor Holcomb Executive Order 21-33

Twenty-Second Renewal of the Public Health Emergency Declaration

• This Renewal of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration shall continue until 11:59 p.m. on February 1, 2022, unless renewed, modified, or rescinded by the Governor.

Executive Order 21-34: Continuation of Limited Provisions to Address the Impact and Spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

• County by County Assessment
• Color-coded Score or Zone
• County Specific Weekly Assessment

Duration of this Executive Order

• The directives in this Executive Order become effective January 2, 2022, at 12:01 a.m. and continue through 11:59 p.m. on February 1, 2022, and all Hoosiers, Hoosier businesses, and other individuals in the state must adhere to the directives set forth in this Executive Order unless rescinded, modified, or extended by me.

For All Hoosiers and Individuals within the Hoosier State

• Individual Responsibility:
  All Hoosiers and each and every person within the Hoosier state should take responsibility for their safety and the health and safety of those around them by taking appropriate preventative measures. This is particularly important due to the high transmissibility the Delta variant of COVID-19.
• Vaccination: Unvaccinated individuals are the most at risk for serious illness, hospitalization and death. Since January 2021, 90% of new COVID-19 cases are with unvaccinated individuals. All eligible Hoosiers are strongly encouraged to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination or booster which will be provided at no cost. Hoosiers can locate a vaccination site by calling 2-1-1 or visiting www.ourshot.in.gov. The COVID-19 vaccination has proven to provide the single best protection from serious illness and hospitalization caused by the COVID-19 infection.
• Individuals with COVID-19 Symptoms; Hoosiers and others in the Hoosier state who are symptomatic, whether fully vaccinated or unvaccinated, should get tested for COVID-19. Individuals who test positive shall isolate according to IDOH guidelines. Individuals who are symptomatic and test negative should isolate until their symptoms have resolved.
• Close Contacts of individuals with COVID-19 A close contact is someone who was within 6 feet of a COVID-19 infected person for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period. Fully vaccinated individuals who are close contacts of a person who test positive for COVID-19 may continue their normal activities but must wear a mask at all times in public until they test negative 5-7 days after exposure or until 14 days have passed.

Executive Orders are Available to View

• This order may be extended or modified to remain in effect.
• View a copy of this and other relevant Executive Orders.
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To preserve, protect and promote optimal health for all individuals of Union County.