DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nebraska - The Douglas County Health Department received presumptive confirmation of another local case of coronavirus. The individual is a woman in her forties who recently traveled to California and Nevada. She is recovering at home.
The Health Department is conducting a contact investigation to learn if anyone else may have been exposed. DCHD will evaluate the situation and determine if any additional action is needed.
The best way to slow the spread is to wash your hands often, avoid sick people, don’t touch your face, hands or nose, and stay home if you are sick. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or use your sleeve if you cough or sneeze.
Symptoms may include a fever, cough and breathing problems. Most people will recover with rest and fluids.
The Douglas County Health Department’s COVID-19 Information Line is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at (402) 444-3400. The line is answered in English and Spanish.
The United Way’s 2-1-1 information line is also taking calls when the DCHD line is closed.