Monroe County, Indiana

The Monroe County Health Department, Public Health Clinic, ISDH, IU and local hospitals are closely monitoring the ongoing outbreak of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) related illnesses. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and communicate as more information comes available. Follow us on Facebook @MoCoHealth and find additional information at:

• CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/
• CDC COVID-19 Video Series (Includes English, Spanish, & ASL): https://bit.ly/3aS2Y2O
• ISDH: https://www.in.gov/isdh/28470.htm
• ISDH COVID-19 Online Dashboard (for presumptive positive cases in Indiana): https://bit.ly/336wOxl

TESTING INFORMATION

• Indiana COVID-19 Testing Sites
• Optum COVID-19 Testing in Monroe County Information  (No testing requirements; Do not need to be displaying symptoms to be tested)
  • Register for COVID-19 Testing
  • Registrarse para la prueba COVID-19

PRESS RELEASES & LOCAL UPDATES

Monroe County Public Health Order - Effective 7/4/2020 Signs for Businesses to Post: Please Wear A Mask Sign Practice the 3 W's Sign Wear A Face Covering & 3 W's Combined Sign Monroe County Public Health Order - Effective 6/12/2020 Monroe County Public Health Order - Effective 5/30/2020 Monroe County Public Health Order - 5/14/2020 Monroe County Public Health Order - 5/1/2020; Revised 5/5/2020 MCHD COVID-19 Press Releases ISDH News Releases Governor Eric J. Holcomb: News Releases Indiana's STAY-AT-HOME ORDER & FAQs Governor Eric J. Holcomb:  Executive Orders

MCHD Local Updates: Monroe County Health Department Update - 3/19/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 3/23/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 3/27/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 3/31/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 4/3/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 4/9/2020 Monroe County Health Department Update - 4/17/2020 COVID-19 Discussion for Local Businesses To View or Submit Local Business Reopening Plans visit The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce's Website

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If you have a concern or complaint regarding businesses and industries that are not following the Governor's Stay-At-Home Order, or if you are a business or industry that needs some more guidance regarding the executive order, contact the Critical Industries Hotline at (877) 820-0890 or emailingcovidresponse@iedc.in.gov .

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE SICK

If you experience symptoms such as fever, cough, or have difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, or if you have recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus):

• IU Health has launched a virtual clinic to offer individuals in Indiana regardless of age free Coronavirus (COVID-19) screenings using the IU Health Virtual Visit app. Staffed 24/7 with IU Health physicians, advance practice providers and registered nurses, the clinic will screen patients from home, potentially eliminating the need to visit physician offices, urgent cares or emergency departments. The team will recommend and facilitate appropriate pathways for care, and provide direct access and communication with local hospitals as medically appropriate.  Coronavirus Virtual Visits Instruction Flyer
• The CDC now has a "Coronavirus Self-Checker" to use as a guide when making decisions and seeking appropriate medical care. This is an additional option to the IU Health Virtural Visit app to help someone determine their risk.
• OR call ahead before visiting a doctor’s office or emergency room.

If you have additional questions, you can call the ISDH Call Center 24/7 toll free at 877-826-0011 Public press #1; Providers press #2. 

RESOURCES

BASIC NEEDS -

• The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Resources
• Services for Individuals & Community-Wide Resources
• Food Resources Map
• Extra Emergency SNAP Benefits: What You Need to Know
• Recursos Comunitarios en Espanol (Community Resources in Spanish)

UNEMPLOYMENT -

• Information about Unemployment from Gov. Holcomb - 3/26/2020

STRESS -

• Tips to Reduce COVID-19 Anxiety
• Manage Stress & Anxiety - CDC
• Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks - SAMHSA

Below are some national hotlines that might be helpful during this time.

• Disaster Distress Helpline: (800) 985-5990
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800)273-8255
• Crisis Text Line: Text MHFA to 741741
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800)799-7233 or TTY: (800)799-7233
• National Human Trafficking Hotline: (888)373-7888  or Text "HELP" or "INFO" to 233733

OTHER -

• Social Distancing: Apps for Seniors Guide

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

• Remember - prevention for coronavirus (COVID-19) is the same for the flu! Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds!
  • Handwashing Video
• Handmade Masks - Directions and Drop-Off Locations
• Instructions to Create No-Sew Face Coverings

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