Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19, (coronavirus disease 2019), is a contagious disease caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. COVID-19 spreads quickly and over one million people have died from COVID-19 in the United States.

COVID-19 often causes respiratory symptoms, similar to those of a cold, flu, or pneumonia. The virus is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets breathed out by an infected person. These droplets can be inhaled by others, or they may land on facial features, such as the eyes, nose, or mouth. Additionally, surfaces touched by contaminated droplets can serve as potential sources of infection.

Anyone infected with COVID-19 can spread it, even if they do NOT have symptoms.

The image provides guidelines to prevent the spread of germs, including maintaining distance, wearing masks, and washing hands.

Respiratory Illness Data Dashboard | Washington State Department of Health

COVID-19 Testing

Report Self-Test Results Here

Interim COVID-19 Self-Testing Guidance

COVID-19 Vaccines

How are COVID-19 Vaccines covered by insurance?.pdf

Schools & Childcare

K-12 School & Childcare Guidance.pdf

Our local schools & childcare centers are an important part of the infrastructure in our communities & they play an important role in preventing the spread of illness. Schools continue to collaborate, share information, & review plans with public health officials at Chelan-Douglas Health District in order to protect students, childcare communities & our communities at large. Schools & childcare providers reporting positive cases &/or requesting COVID-19 guidance, please call 509-886-6400.

Respiratory Illness Common in Children Flyer.pdf

How to Prevent COVID-19

Congregate Living Centers

Homeless Service Sites and in Correctional and Detention Facilities

Staff Guidance & Resources

Homeless Shelters.pdf

Businesses

Good public health practices can protect employees, volunteers, and members of the public that visit these establishments. Follow the Guidance for Non-Healthcare Businesses & Organizations for several public health recommendations for businesses, organizations, and other non-health care workplaces to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in their establishments and communities.

Guidance for Non-Healthcare Businesses & Organizations.pdf

L & I COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health