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January 19, 2021 - VACCINE FAQ

COVID-19 VACCINE PRESS RELEASES

Cedar county public health press release 01/27/2021

 COVID-19 Moderna Vaccine for Cedar County (Phase 1B) 

On January 21, 2021 the Iowa Department of Public Health released updated information in their Phase 1b supplemental vaccine shortage order. The order includes the following tiers for phase 1b to be activated February 1, 2021: 


Phase 1-B 


1) Persons aged 65 years and over. 


2) The following populations vulnerable to high risk of exposure or severity of illness: 

    a) Tier 1: 

          1. First responders (e.g., firefighters, police officers, and child welfare social workers). 

          2. PK-12 school staff, early childhood education, and childcare workers. 


    b) Tier 2: 

          1. Individuals with disabilities living in home settings that are dependent on attendant care staff, and      their attendant care staff, if not otherwise vaccinated under Phase 1-A. 

          2. Frontline essential workers in the food, agricultural, distribution, and manufacturing sectors who work in or live in congregate settings that do not allow for social distancing such as workers in a meatpacking or manufacturing production line or migrant workers who live in bunkroom-style housing. 


    c) Tier 3: 

          1. Staff of and individuals living in congregate settings not covered by sections “a” and “b”, including shelters, sober living homes, behavioral health treatment centers, and  400 CEDAR STREET  TIPTON, IOWA 52772  PHONE (563) 886-2226  FAX: (563) 886-1218 detention centers. Individuals residing in college dormitories shall not be included as part of Phase 1-B. 

          2. Government officials, including staff, to ensure continuity of government, engaged in state business at the Iowa Capitol during the legislative session 


    d) Tier 4: 

          1. Inspectors responsible for health, life and safety, including those in hospital and long-term care settings, child, and food production safety. 


    e) Tier 5: 

          1. Correctional facility staff and individuals incarcerated, including state, county, and city operated facilities. 


Phase 1b is expected to begin no later than February 1, 2021 across the state. Every county in Iowa will have varying timelines based upon their resources. Cedar County Public Health (CCPH) has clinics scheduled through the month of January to complete initial doses and begin second doses for phase 1a which will continue into February. 


“Our goal is to push out the vaccine as quickly as we are receiving it. We have thousands of individuals in Cedar County who qualify for phase 1b; however, our first allocation we are expected to receive in February for phase 1b is only 100 doses. We continue to ask for your patience and grace as we move forward. We are receiving an extremely high volume of phone calls daily. We will make announcements to the community as soon as we are ready to schedule appointments.” Jamie Walker, Director for CCPH said. Communication regarding appointments will be distributed via local newspapers, CCPH Facebook page and the county website at https://cedarcounty.iowa.gov/. 


Everyone (including those who are vaccinated) should continue taking protective measures to limit the spread of COVID-19: 

• Stay home if you are sick 

• Wash your hands often 

• Social distance 6 feet from others 

• Wear a mask correctly over both your nose and mouth

COVID-19 VACCINE PRESS RELEASES

COVID-19 Moderna Vaccine for Cedar County (Phase 1A)

Cedar County Public Health received their first allotment of the Moderna, COVID-19 vaccine on 12/22/20. The department has been providing vaccines to the priority populations in Phase 1A which includes healthcare personnel and residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities. Jamie Walker, Cedar County Public Health Director says, “If you are a healthcare worker and have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials, please contact the Cedar County Public Health Department at 563-886-2226 to schedule your appointment.”

At this time, it is unknown when local public health departments will be authorized by the Iowa Department of Public Health to open distribution of the vaccine to phase 1B. In addition, we do not have the final recommendations on who qualifies for phase 1B from the Iowa Infectious Disease Advisory Council (IDAC).

As more information and vaccine becomes available, Cedar County Public Health will advise the community via local newspapers, social media and the county website at https://cedarcounty.iowa.gov/. Your patience is greatly appreciated.

Additional information on the COVID-19 vaccine can be found here:
• CDC COVID-19 vaccine information can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html • You can also visit the IDPH Coronavirus page at https://idph.iowa.gov/emerging-health.../novel-coronavirus

Everyone (including those who are vaccinated) should continue taking protective measures to limit the spread of COVID-19:
• Stay home if you are sick
• Wash your hands often
• Social distance 6 feet from others
• Wear a mask correctly over both your nose and mouth

Follow us on Facebook or find the most up to date information on COVID-19 in Cedar County at https://coronavirus.iowa.gov/

COVID-19 Moderna Vaccine for Cedar County (Phase 1B)

(January 13, 2021) The Infectious Disease Advisory Council for Iowa and the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) have made their final recommendations for populations associated with phase 1b to include people ages ≥75 and essential workforce. The final detailed recommendations can be found here 

https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health-Issues/Novel-Coronavirus/IDAC. Phase 1b is expected to begin no later than February 1, 2021 across the state. Every county in Iowa will have varying timelines based upon their resources. Vaccine allocations to each county will be determined by IDPH and will be delivered over a period of several weeks. Cedar County Public Health (CCPH) has clinics scheduled through the month of January to complete initial doses and begin second doses for phase 1a which will continue into February.


“We are happy to hear so many of our Cedar County residents are interested in receiving the vaccine, but it is important to realize this is going to be a lengthy process.” Jamie Walker, Director for CCPH said. “Mass vaccination requires strategic planning to serve the target populations. We ask for your patience as we continue to work through completion of phase 1a while planning for 1b.”


Following the completion of phase 1b planning CCPH will communicate to the public on the process for scheduling. Cedar County updates for phase 1b will be shared via local newspapers, CCPH Facebook page and the county website at https://cedarcounty.iowa.gov/.


Everyone (including those who are vaccinated) should continue taking protective measures to limit the spread of COVID-19:

• Stay home if you are sick

• Wash your hands often

• Social distance 6 feet from others

• Wear a mask correctly over both your nose and mouth

January 2021 - Public Health Proclamation

  


Public Health Proclamation - 2021.01.07 (pdf)

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proclamations from gov. reynolds

Public Health Proclamation - 2020.11.16 (pdf)

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Public Health Proclamation - 2020.06.25 (pdf)

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Public Health Proclamation - 2020.06.10 (1) (pdf)

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Public Health Proclamation - 2020.05.26 (pdf)

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May 20 Governor's Proclamation (pdf)

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Public Health Proclamation - 2021.01.07 (pdf)

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CEDAR COUNTY TRANSFER STATION updates (Updated 5/13/2020)

    

The Cedar County Transfer Station is open. Operating hours are as follows:


Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00pm

Thursday: 12:00pm – 4:00pm

1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month – 8:00am – 2:00pm


Payment for transfer station services must be made via cash or check, and all transactions will be completed through the window to allow for social distancing. There will be no public access to the office. The hours may be expanded as demand warrants. For more information, please call the Transfer station at 563-886-6437.

COMMUNITY CONTACT - COVID-19 CASES

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Please see the updated CDC guidance summarized below:

  1. Changes in isolation recommendations for symptomatic persons

 Persons who think or know they have COVID-19 and have symptoms should isolate until:

§ At least 10 days since symptoms first appeared and

§ At least 24 hours with no fever without fever-reducing medication and

§ Symptoms have improved

 Persons who test positive for COVID-19 and do not have symptoms should isolate until:

§ 10 days have passed since test

CDC discourages using the test-based strategy except as described below 

  1. Isolation recommendations for severe, advanced immunosuppressed      persons

People with severe, advanced immunosuppression should isolate until: 

  1. Two       negative test results in a row, at least 24 hours apart  OR 
  2. 20 days       post symptom onset or date of test 
  3. Re-exposure recommendations for persons previously infected with      COVID-19

Previously diagnosed with COVID-19 have since recovered and remain asymptomatic:

· Retesting isNOT recommended within three months after the date of symptom onset (or date of test if asymptomatic persons) for the initial COVID-19 infection 

· Quarantine is NOT recommended in the event of close contact with an infected person during the three month time period, as long as the previously diagnosed person remains asymptomatic (i.e., has not developed symptoms of a new illness)

In persons who develop new symptoms consistent with COVID-19 during the 3 months after the date of initial symptom onset (if an alternative etiology cannot be identified by a provider) they should be clinically evaluated as appropriate and re-testing should be considered if there is not an alternative diagnosis.

o The symptomatic person should be isolated again, if symptoms developed within 14 days after close contact with a new COVID case. 

· If your symptoms worsen and you feel the need to see a medical provider, please call them first  to determine the treatment plan and visit method that are best for you.

For the most current information on COVID-19, please visit: https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health-Issues/Novel-Coronavirusor https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 

LINKS TO SUPPORTING AGENCIES

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

Centers for Disease Control:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 


 World Health Organization: 

https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 


US Government:

http://www. coronavirus.gov  


STATE SUPPORT

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

Iowa Department of Public Health https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health-Issues/Novel-Coronavirus 


Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management:  https://www.homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/index.html 


Office of the Governor of Iowa:  https://governor.iowa.gov/ 


Iowa Workforce Development

 https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/updates-and-resources-about-covid-19 




LOCAL SUPPORT

INTERNATIONAL AND FederaL SUPPORT

LOCAL SUPPORT

Cedar County Public Health:  https://cedarcounty.org/offices/publichealth/index.htm 


Cedar County Emergency Management:

 https://ema.cedar-county.org/ 


Cedar County:  https://cedarcounty.org/ 

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Requirement for Proof of Negative Test/Recovery from COVID-19 for All Air Travelers Arriving in US

January 25, 2021 - Are you planning to travel internationally? Or, do you have someone traveling internationally to see you? If so, you will need to get tested no more than 3 days before you travel by air into the United States. For more information, visit the following link: 

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BEware of Utility Scams during COVID-19

 While the current COVID-19 crisis has brought out the best in people, the situation has also brought out the worst in some people. We are hearing some disturbing reports of utility scams throughout the state. If you are called by someone offering help that's too good to be true, hang up and call the utility directly. Use an Internet search to find the phone number for your utility provider; do not rely on a phone number given to you by the caller. For more tips and information, visit the Iowa Utilities Board's website at https://iub.iowa.gov/…/beware-utility-scams-during-covid-19… 

BUSINESS reopening information

May 11, 2020 - Safeguard Iowa Partnership has released information for businesses reopening after COVID-19 related closures. That document can be found at http://www.safeguardiowa.org/resources/Documents/BRP%2005072020.pdf

GOVernor reynolds signs new proclamation continuing state public health emergency declaration to pro

April 10, 2020 -  https://governor.iowa.gov/press-release/gov-reynolds-signs-new-proclamation-continuing-state-public-health-emergency-4 

CDC SYmptom checker

March 22, 2020 -  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html?fbclid=IwAR2f-rX6mVgERqu0zs7S_mUtUfhheWr4xeOdvVwoAQynv8rUqDOgtAkvFWU 

link to all press releases from governor's office

 https://governor.iowa.gov/newsroom 

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cedar county covid-19 newsletter

Cedar County is providing a newsletter regarding the COVID-19 pandemic to all of its residents. Printed copies are provided to those local post offices, gas stations and grocery stores that have agreed to distribute the newsletter. Our thanks to those businesses who have been willing to share this information. 

COVID-19 Cedar County newsletter Vol1 Issue1 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue2 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue3 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue4 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue5.docx (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue6 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue7 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue8 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue9 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue10 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue 11 (pdf)

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County COVID19 Newsletter issue12.docx (pdf)

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Contact Us

Send us a message with any questions or concerns, and we'll get back to you with answers as soon as we can.

Cedar County COVID19 Response

400 Cedar Street Tipton, IA 52772 US

Call 211 for general information Cedar County Public Health: 563-886-2226 Cedar County Emergency Management: 563-886-3355

Cedar County COVID-19 Response

400 Cedar Street Tipton, IA 52772 US

(563) 886-3355

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Updated 01/27/2021