Marinette County Public Health received notice today that Marinette County has its second confirmed case of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Public Health is initiating the process to identify and contact anyone who has been in close contact with the individual. There are standard procedures for this process.
• These people are asked to quarantine themselves for 14 days from their exposure and will be monitored for fever and respiratory symptoms. People with symptoms are tested for COVID-19.
• Providing guidance to clinicians regarding testing.
• Preparing Wisconsin for community spread of COVID-19
With no medicine or vaccines to treat or prevent COVID-19, Marinette County Public Health wants everyone to continue follow these simple steps:
• Stay home when sick
• Frequent handwashing with soap and water for 20 seconds
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Avoid touching your face
• Clean and disinfect commonly touched surfaces
• Practice social distancing-6 feet from others
• Avoid public gatherings of more than 10 persons
The COVID-19 pandemic is quickly evolving and many rumors exist. Do not call Emergency Dispatch with questions.
The latest information can be found on the internet or by calling United Way 211. The following websites are recommended:
• United Way 211: call 211 or text COVID19 to 211-211
• Center for Disease Control: www.cdc.gov
• WI Division of Health: www.dhs.wisconsin.gov
• FEMA Rumor Control: https://www.fema.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control
• High Risk Individuals: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-riskcomplications.html
• Managing Anxiety & Stress during COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019 ncov/prepare/managingstress-anxiety
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