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COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 CLINIC SCHEDULE

The  next COVID-19 clinic will be Monday, October 30, 2023 from 2:00-4:00pm at Lee County Health Department.  Reminder as a Bridge Access Program provider we will only be able to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to those who do not have health insurance or whose health insurance does not provide zer-cost access to COVID-19 vaccines.  If you are planning on attending the clinic you will need to fill out the 2023 COVID Consent Verification form.  To download the form click here.

Bridge Access Program Information

September 28, 2023 - Lee County Health Department (LCHD) is now considered a Bridge Access Program provider.  This has changed the eligibility requirements on who we are able to provide COVID-19 vaccine to.  LCHD will only be able to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to any adult, age 19 and older, who does not have health insurance or whose health insurance does not provide zero-cost access to COVID-19 vaccines.  The eligibility requirements for adults (19+) are: 

• Uninsured – a person who does not have health insurance
• Underinsured – a person who has health insurance, but the insurance does not include any vaccines; a person whose insurance covers only selected vaccines; a person whose insurance does not provide first-dollar coverage for vaccines.  First-dollar coverage refers to health care services, such as COVID-19 vaccinations, covered pre-deductible and without any cost-sharing. 

LCHD has received a minimum quantity of vaccine making the clinic a first come first serve basis.  There is a new screening and consent form for these new vaccines, and it can be found on the LCHD website (www.leeecountyhd.org) in the COVID Information section. 

For those who do not fit these eligibility requirements, or are on Medicaid or Medicare, they need to visit with their primary care provider or pharmacy. 

The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone aged 5 years and older should get ONE updated COVID-19 vaccine, at least two months after getting the last dose of any COVID-19 vaccine. 

For children ages 6-months – 18 years old, please call (319)376-4767 to schedule an appointment for during one the LCHD Immunization Clinics.

Please follow the LCHD website and Facebook page for any updates on eligibility and clinic information.  For questions please call (319)372-5225.

If you are planning on attending a LCHD clinic you will need to fill out the 2023 COVID Consent Verification form.  To download the form click here.

 

CDC Isolation and Precautions for People with COVID-19

4.11.2022 - for more information regarding isolation if you test postive for COVID-19 or if you have been exposed click here.

 

LCHD Annouces Reporting & Clinic Changes

Due to the end of the Public Health Disaster Emergency Proclamation expiring on 2.15.2022 LCHD will no longer be providing weekly COVID-19 data reports.  Starting on 2.16.2022 LCHD will post the Iowa Department of Public Health's new information site for those interested.  For the full press release click chere.

 

Covid-19 Testing Information

LCHD has Test Iowa take home kits available in the front entry of their building.  Limited amount available.  If you believe you might be posistive or have symptoms please send someone to pick up a test kit.  Test kits have directions inside, and must be mailed to the appropriate address.  For other testing information around the area click here.

 

Test Iowa Program to End Operations on July 16

For the full article click here.

 

COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions: Click Here

Vaccine Benefits: Click Here

What To Expect After The Vaccine: Click Here

 

IDPH Adjusted Quarantine Recommendations as of October, 2021

For more information on these recommendations click here.

  

COVID-19 Iowa Proclamations

CLICK HERE for the latest proclamations put in place by Governor Kim Reynolds.

 

IHSAA - COVID-19 Resource Center

Iowa Department of Education - School Facilities Guidance 

 

DIA Food Business Operating Criteria

For the full document click here.

 

Public Health COVID-19 Reopening Guidance

April 27, 2020 - for the full document click here.

Department of Inspections & Appeals FAQs Regarding Restaurants Reopening

For the full website click here.

Telehealth Information

Iowa health insurers and healthcare providers may have developed additional telehealth capabilities, enabling their patients to be medically assessed remotely, without overwhelming Iowa healthcare facilities.  For more information click here.

Homemade Gown Guidance 

Interested in learning on how to make homemade gowns for PPE use view these two documents.

Homemade Gown Guidance          Gown Sewing Guidance

National Program for Playground Safery

For more information on playground safety related to COVID-19 click here. 

 

When Rumors Fly, Turn to Trusted Resources

March 19, 2020 - When a new virus like coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) emerges on the public health scene, there are many questions.  For the complete press release click here.

 

 

Quarterly Newsletter

LCHD now has a quarterly newsletter that is sent out via email.  The newsletter has information on programs, upcoming events, and much more.  If you wish to added to the newsletter list click here.

 

Meningitis Vaccine Changes

IDPH annouces changes requirements for the meningococcal vaccine (meningitis) for students enrolling in 7th and 12th grades.  For the complete press release about these changes click here.

 

SEIBUS Schedule 

For a complete SEIBUS schedule click here.

 

Emergency Preparedness

The Lee County Health Department wants to make sure everyone is prepared for any kind of emergency that could occur in their state, community, neighborhood, or even in their own home. 

The Emergency Preparedness Cards are for families to fill out.  The card has space to write meeting places and emergency numbers.  Call the health department to receive these FREE cards. 

 

Rehab Help

The vast majoirty of people who need treatment for substance abuse do not seek it.  Though there are many barriers that hinder people from getting the help they need, awareness is a significant factor.  This can be in the form of lack of recognition or just not knowing the available avenues for help.  That is where Rehab.Help.org comes in, they have a comprehensive set of guides that provide information on many of the prevailing substnace abuses that are affecting our communities today, various care options, and many free resources.  For more information click here.

 

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