COVID-19 Information
Here are some links to facts and resources about Covid 19:
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Though Covid 19 has some flu-like symptoms, it is not the flu: it is deadlier. How much deadlier varies by location and how well the governments have implemented precautions and testing.
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Unfortunately, there is a test shortage in the US, so we don’t have a true case rate, but, it appears that we are on the same trajectory as Italy (roughly 10 days behind).
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It is important that we suspend in-person meetings and activities to reduce physical contact.
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One might have the virus and not know it (and be able to spread it to others).
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One of the biggest dangers is overwhelming the medical system. Slowing the spread /"flattening the curve" helps keep our clinics and hospitals from being overwhelmed. The Washington Post has excellent graphics/ models that show how this works.
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There is a lot of confusion about whether domestic pets can get and spread Covid-19. As of Friday, March 13, 2020 the WHO says that animals CAN get the virus. Here is a link to the report of a dog testing positive for it in Hong Kong. Here is an article giving context.
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Some new information about Ibuprofin versus Tylenol/paracetamol https://www.bbc.com/news/51929628
Coronavirus Links: National, State, and Local
National:
Center for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus Website
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center
VA Extension of Benefits Press Release and Information
United Way 2-1-1 Hotline Information
Nextstrain: Genomic epidemiology of novel coronavirus
State:
State COVID-19 Hotline
State COVID-19 Email
Florida Weekly Updates for Businesses & Events
Southwest Florida:
SWFL COVID-19 Tracker (Courtesy of Dr. Felke from FGCU)
NCH Healthcare Systems COVID-19 Updates
Lutheran Services Florida Family Crisis Counseling
Lee County:
Lee County COVID-19 Information
Collier County:
Collier County COVID-19 Information
Collier County Community and Human Services
Economic Assistance
Florida Reemployment Assistance Center: Individual Claims
Short Time Compensation Program for Employers
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan
Price Gouging Hotline:
Mobile Testing Sites
Lee County:
Lee Convenient Care at Page Field
4771 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers
Lee Convenient Care is open from 12 Noon to 4 P.M., seven days a week.
Cape Coral Sports Complex
Cape Coral Sports Complex is open from 11 A.M. - 3 P.M., seven days a week.
Lee County patients MUST have a doctor's note in order to get a test.
Collier County:
Collier County will begin mobile testing on 4/6/20 at the Downtown Baker Hospital Telford Parking Garage. As we receive more information we will post it here.
Collier County patients MUST have a doctor's note in order to get a test.