Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response

CDPHE COVID-19 Situation Report 07/27/2020 - mailchi.mp/b221b8d11f3f/c…

These are conversations that should be happening anyway, but our new reality under COVID-19 makes them even more important. #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay #COVID19Colorado

Amazing video from @ohdep! Let's #FlattenTheCurve.

Cloth face coverings should: ✅Be clean and in good repair. ✅Fit snugly, but comfortably. ✅Be secure so you don’t have to adjust. ✅Include multiple layers of fabric. ✅Allow for breathing without restriction. ✅Be able to be laundered and machine-dried. #COVID19Colorado

Un cubrebocas de tela debería: ✅Estar limpio y en buen estado. ✅Quedar ajustado, pero cómodo en la cara. ✅Estar bien atado para no tener que ajustarlo. ✅Incluir varias capas de tela. ✅Permitir la respiración sin restricción. ✅Permitir el lavado y secado en máquina.

Viruses don't discriminate and neither should we. We must call out harmful language and behavior and do all we can to stop it. covid19.colorado.gov/stop-spread-ra… #CureStigma #COVID19Colorado

We can't say this enough, we are not conducting COVID-19 checkpoints or traffic stops. Please watch this brief video about police impersonators and things to look for. youtu.be/BuwyxpjQQX0

ALERT: Do not use chloroquine phosphate, or anything a health care provider does not prescribe, as a COVID-19 remedy. It could kill you. emergency.cdc.gov/han/2020/han00…

@UnitedWayDenver @COHealth .@UnitedWayDenver's 2-1-1 Help Center connects Coloradans with resources in their communities - like food assistance, health services, or child care. More info here ⬇️ unitedwaydenver.org/2-1-1/

@UnitedWayDenver @COHealth Coloradans can call the COHELP Line for the latest public health information on the #coronavirus at 1-877-462-2911.

#COVID19Colorado Update: 475 cases 49 hospitalized 29 counties 4,550 people tested 5 deaths Additional details posted to covid19.colorado.gov/data

Our Colorado Case Summary is updated daily by about 4:00 p.m. This summary is based on the previous day's numbers because state epidemiologists need at least 24 hours to review and perform quality control checks to ensure our data is accurate. covid19.colorado.gov/data

As we ramp up the testing for COVID-19 in Colorado, the testing criteria for has been updated and expanded. More on who can be tested here: colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/…

CDPHE will open the state’s first community testing center for COVID-19 at the state lab tomorrow at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11. Here's what you need to know about testing requirements and what to expect at the testing center: ow.ly/8c0O50yIs4O #COVID19colorado

Everyone has a role to play in containing the spread of #COVID-19. Colorado’s health care and public health agencies are working hard to protect your health and the health of the community. Learn what you can do: ow.ly/fXSu50yDKnc

#COVID19 UPDATE: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s state lab had six additional presumptive positive tests today; at least five of the cases had an international travel history. #CoronavirusColorado ow.ly/Lx9050yFpXj

Colorado hospitals work every day on emergency preparedness. Our communities count on us to be ready 24/7/365. COVID-19 preparedness is happening in coordination with @CDPHE and community-based Health Care Coalitions. #coleg coloradosun.com/2020/03/02/cor…

It's #MitigationMarch! As we approach the spring season, follow @Readygov to learn about different natural hazards and get tips on how to protect your homes and families.

PRESS RELEASE: “Being able to confirm or rule out cases of COVID-19 at the state level allows us to be more nimble in responding to and controlling this disease if it occurs in Colorado." ow.ly/jLLb50yAOs6 #COVIDー19

Worried about #coronavirus or other respiratory viruses, like the flu? Handwashing is still one of the best ways to protect yourself from getting sick. 💧 Wet your hands with water. 🧼 Lather with soap. ⏱ Scrub for 20 seconds. 💦 Rinse with water until clean. 🧻 Dry your hands.