• Cases 1

• Hospitalizations 0
• Deaths 0

*These are cumulative totals

• TESTS: 9 tests done from 9/29/2020-10/05/2020 on Kiowa County residents

NEWS AND FAQs

• Kiowa County is in Safer at Home Level 1. Progression to Protect Our Neighbors is under discussion. See the levels, what it takes to meet them, and the new dial system at https://covid19.colorado.gov/data/covid-19-dial
• Halloween is not cancelled though we do recommend paying attention to social distancing and keep symptomatic people home! See the state level guidance here: https://covid19.colorado.gov/halloween-tips-and-tricks.
• The most recent modeling data shows concern for significant increases in hospitalizations around the holidays due to multi-generational indoor gatherings. The way we make sure that does not happen is to social distance and keep gatherings small.
• Due to COVID-19 restrictions we will be giving flu shots via a drive-thru clinic this year. It will be held at the Kiowa County Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday October 13. Flu shots will be given at the schools for our students as well
• If you think you may have symptoms of COVID-19, or may have been exposed, and are interested in testing, call 719-438-2251 to schedule. If you are having severe symptoms such as significant trouble breathing, etc. call 911.
• There continues to be a Mask Mandate for those over the age of 10 in all indoor spaces other than home.
• Stay home if not feeling well, cover coughs and sneezes, wash hands frequently or use 60% or greater alcohol-based hand sanitizer, wear a mask/face covering to contain any respiratory droplets and stay at least 6 feet from others and minimize gatherings.

Call Public Health with any questions at 719-336-8721